Low birth weight linked to potent topical steroids
PREGNANT women who use “very potent” topical corticosteroids such as Diprosone OV may be more likely to have low birth weight babies, experts warn.
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topical corticosteroids
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Study refutes steroids risk for kids’ skin
CHILDREN may not be appropriately treated for eczema due to the “corticosteroids phobia” of parents and health professionals, a Sydney researcher warns. Clinical dermatologist Associate Professor Gayle Fischer, from the University of Sydney, showed routine long-term use of topical corticosteroids (TCS) is safe after a study of 92 children with a mean age of 3.2 years receiving treatment on body and face for around 10 months. Ninety-three per cent of patients were using a combination of topical corticosteroids classified as potent (betamethasone dipropionate 0.05%, methylprednisolone aceponate 0.1% or mometasone furoate 0.01% ointments), moderate (betamethasone valerate 0.02% ointment) ...
Use of topical corticosteroids in children
THERAPEUTIC Guidelines: Dermatology version 3 includes information on important considerations when using topical corticosteroids to treat atopic dermatitis in children. Topical corticosteroids should be used on all inflamed areas until complete clearance. Use an ointment base rather than a cream, as this is more moisturising and causes less stinging. Once-daily application is usually sufficient. Select a topical corticosteroid of suitable potency for the area: face – hydrocortisone 1% is the most appropriate preparation, but short-term use (up to one week) of stronger preparations such as methylprednisolone aceponate 0.1% or mometasone ...