Relief of the inflammatory & pruritic manifestations of steroid responsive dermatoses including psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis), recalcitrant dermatoses, lichen planus, discoid lupus erythematosus, other skin conditions which do not respond satisfactorily to less potent steroids, for adults, elderly & childn >1 yr.
History of local hypersensitivity to corticosteroids. Avoid abrupt w/drawal. W/draw gradually if manifestations of hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) & reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression occur & if there is spread of infection. Increased risk of systemic effects; infection when use for the treatment of dermatitis in chronic leg ulcers & w/ use of occlusive dressings. Caution in psoriasis as rebound relapses, development of tolerances, risk of generalised pustular psoriasis & development of local or systemic toxicity due to impaired barrier function of the skin. Application to the face & eyelids. Psoriasis. Pregnancy & lactation. Long-term continuous use in infants & childn <12 yr.
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