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2. Tretinoin - Wikipedia

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   Other severe side effects include high white blood cell counts and blood clots. [8] Use during pregnancy is contraindicated due to the risk of birth defects. [8] [1] It is in the retinoid family of medications. [9] Tretinoin was patented in 1957 and approved for medical use in 1962. [13] It is on the World Health Organization's List of ...

3. Fluocinolone/hydroquinone/tretinoin - Wikipedia

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   Fluocinolone acetonide (0.01%)/Hydroquinone (4%)/ Tretinoin (0.05%) Cream is indicated for the short-term (up to 8 weeks) treatment of moderate to severe melasma of the face in the presence of measures for sun avoidance, including the use of sunscreens.

4. Topical glucocorticoids - Wikipedia

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   For instance, usage of a topical glucocorticoid gel on fissured hand eczema intensifies the pain as well as stinging because of the alcohol present in the gel. If an ointment is applied on a moist skin injury, it might lead to follicle infection due to the occlusive features of the ointment.

5. Topical steroid - Wikipedia

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   Side effects may occur from sudden discontinuation and prolonged, continuous use can lead to skin thinning. [2] Intermittent use of topical steroids for atopic dermatitis is safe and does not cause skin thinning. [3] [4] [5]

6. Fluocinonide - Wikipedia

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   Fluocinonide is a potent glucocorticoid used topically as an anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of skin disorders such as eczema and seborrhoeic dermatitis. [3] It relieves itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort.

7. Desonide - Wikipedia

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   The patent was for topical anti-inflammatory treatment using desonide. The patent defends the suitability of the anti-inflammatory for the treatment of cutaneous disorders or disruptions characterized by skin inflammation and/or hyperproliferative activity in the epidermis. Side effects and the mechanism of action are both disclosed.

8. Clobetasol propionate - Wikipedia

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   Common side effects include skin irritation, dry skin, redness, pimples, and telangiectasia. [8] Serious side effects may include adrenal suppression, allergic reactions, cellulitis, and Cushing's syndrome. [8] Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is of unclear safety. [12] Clobetasol is believed to work by activating steroid receptors. [8]

9. Dexamethasone - Wikipedia

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   Dexamethasone is a fluorinated glucocorticoid medication [10] used to treat rheumatic problems, a number of skin diseases, severe allergies, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), croup, brain swelling, eye pain following eye surgery, superior vena cava syndrome (a complication of some forms of cancer), [11] and along with antibiotics in tuberculosis. [10]