Answer:
The correct option is : a. itraconazole
Step-by-step explanation:
Sporotrichosis is a fungal infection which is caused by the fungus sporothrix schenckii. This infection is also known as the rose-thorn disease. This is because the disease causing fungus Sporothrix schenckii is naturally present in the hay, soil, plants, etc; and therefore, can easily spread through roses.
This disease can be treated by the antifungal drugs, Amphotericin B and Itraconazole.
The first-line recommended treatment involves using the drug Itraconazole, as it is a safer alternative as compared to Amphotericin B.