Non-blinded randomized controlled trial comparing efficacy of topical benzoyl peroxide 10%
(vehicle choice per patient preference: e.g. gel, cream, lotion, wash) to topical adapalene
0.1% gel in the treatment of molluscum contagiosum in children aged 1 year old to 14 years
old.
- Two treatment wings: topical benzoyl peroxide 10% (vehicle choice per patient
preference) applied 1-2x daily as tolerated vs adapalene 0.1% gel applied 1-2x daily as
tolerated.
- Primary outcome: Complete clearance at 12wks (defined as lack of identifiable papular
molluscum contagiosum lesions on physical exam)
- Secondary outcomes: % change in lesion count at 12wks.