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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]
[10] [11] Side effects after long-term usage include eyesight damage, elevated blood sugar levels and adrenal gland disorders. [12] Topical hydrocortisone is available in several dosage forms such as solution, lotion, cream, ointment and spray. [19] Some brand names for topical hydrocortisone include Anusol HC, Cortizone 10, and Synacort. [19]
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.
Common side effects include allergic reactions, nausea, diarrhea, headache, trouble sleeping, and feeling tired. [1] It is not recommended in people with liver failure or porphyria. [1] Use during or in the months before pregnancy may result in harm to the baby. [1] [2] Griseofulvin works by interfering with fungal mitosis. [1]
Both local and systemic side effects can result from topical corticosteroid use, especially in prolonged treatment. [39] Local side effects can occur regularly from prolonged use, [45] which include skin atrophy (thinning), stretch marks, infections, lighter skin color, and sudden decrease in efficacy of the drug. [39] [45]
Diclofenac, sold under the brand name Voltaren among others, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammatory diseases such as gout. [6] [9] It can be taken orally (swallowed by mouth), inserted rectally as a suppository, injected intramuscularly, injected intravenously, applied to the skin topically, or through eye drops.
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As a cream, it is used to treat acne, and has been observed in clinical studies to improve the appearance of aging skin by reducing hyperpigmentation and redness. [5] [6] It is a water-soluble vitamin. Side effects are minimal. [7] [8] At high doses, liver problems may occur. [7] Normal amounts are safe for use during pregnancy. [9]