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For most people, recommendations are to reduce blood pressure to less than or equal to somewhere between 140/90 mmHg and 160/100 mmHg. [2] In general, for people with elevated blood pressure, attempting to achieve lower levels of blood pressure than the recommended 140/90 mmHg will create more harm than benefits, [3] in particular for older people. [4]
There is no clear first-line tocolytic agent. [6] [7] Current evidence suggests that first line treatment with β 2 agonists, calcium channel blockers, or NSAIDs to prolong pregnancy for up to 48 hours is the best course of action to allow time for glucocorticoid administration.
Betamethasone is also used to stimulate fetal maturation of the lungs and cerebral blood vessels. [3] A cream with 0.05% betamethasone appears effective in treating phimosis in boys, [12] and often averts the need for circumcision. [13] [14] [15] Longer-term research is needed on this treatment method. [12]
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Long-term use of topical steroids can lead to secondary infection with fungus or bacteria (see tinea incognito), skin atrophy, telangiectasia (prominent blood vessels), skin bruising and fragility. [11] The use of the finger tip unit may be helpful in guiding how much topical steroid is required to cover different areas of the body.
Long-term exposure to glucocorticoid medications, such as asthma and anti-inflammatory medication, has been shown to create deficits in memory and attention both during and, to a lesser extent, after treatment, [14] [15] a condition known as "steroid dementia". [16]
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Betamethasone dipropionate is a glucocorticoid steroid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is applied as a topical cream, ointment, lotion or gel ( Diprolene ) to treat itching and other skin conditions such as eczema .