Psoriasis (not including widespread psoriasis), recalcitrant eczema, lichen planus, lupus erythematosus, other conditions which are unresponsive to less potent topical steroid.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult, elderly, childn >1 yr Apply thinly 1-2 times daily.
Contraindications
Skin infections, rosacea, acne vulgaris, perianal & genital pruritus, perioral dermatitis. Skin disease in childn <1 yr, including dermatitis.
Special Precautions
History of hypersensitivity to corticosteroid. Hypersensitivity reactions. Abrupt w/drawal may cause glucocorticoid insufficiencies. Topical antibiotics should be given whenever treating inflammatory lesions which are followed by bacterial infections. Facial applications. Pregnancy & lactation. Prolonged use in babies & childn <12 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Opportunistic infections, local hypersensitivity, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal suppression, Cushing's syndrome, growth hormone suppression in childn, glaucoma, hyperglycemia (glucosuria), cataract, HTN, wt gain (obesity), reduced endogenous cortisol level, alopecia, trichorrhexis, pruritus, burning/pain sensation, skin atrophy, striae, teleangiectasia, thinning of the skin, skin maceration, dry skin, pigmentation changes of the skin, hypertrichosis, erythema, skin redness, urticaria, irritation.
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