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Key MessagesAbout Topical SteroidsSafe Use of Topical CorticosteroidsSpecial Considerations For ChildrenTopical Steroid Withdrawal ReactionsOther Effects of overuseHelp and Advice on Managing Your ConditionTopical corticosteroids are medicines used on the skin to reduce inflammationWhen used correctly topical corticosteroid medicines are safe and effective treatments for skin disordersSeek medical advice before using your topical corticosteroid on a new body area as some areas of the body are more prone to side effectsDifferent topical corticosteroids have different strengths (known as potencies) and your prescriber will decide on the correct potency for you Steroids are natural chemicals produced by the body and also are manufactured to be used as medicines There are different types of steroids The most common type used to treat skin problems are the corticosteroids Corticosteroids treat skin conditions by reducing inflammation Corticosteroids used on the skin are ‘topical corticosteroids’ These may come in the form of creams ointments lotions mousses shampoos gels or tapes Different topical corticosteroids have different strengths or potencies A useful table of product potencies is available from the Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Your doctor (or another prescriber) will decide on the correct strength for you based on your condition your age and the area of your body to be treated Your doctor may prescribe more than one topical corticosteroid These may be of different potencies and for you to apply to different body areas Some body areas are more prone to side effects from corticosteroids than others The When used correctly topical corticosteroids are a safe and effective treatment You should follow your doctor’s instructions on how to use your medicine Your doctor will explain where how often and for how long to use your topical corticosteroid They are usually applied once or twice a day and your doctor will tell you what is best for your skin condition It is important not to underuse or overuse topical corticosteroids Use enough of the preparation to cover the area treated Fingertip application units can help with this You can also find a factsheet from the National Eczema Society Most people prescribed topical corticosteroids will also be prescribed an emollient which is a moisturiser that hydrates and soothes the skin You can use the topical corticosteroid and the emollient at the same time of day However you should wait 20 to 30 minutes between applying the two treatments If used close together the emollient could dilute the topical steroid and reduce the st Topical corticosteroids are used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin such as eczema and psoriasis They may be used alongside emollients Topical corticosteroids can be used safely in children if recommended by a healthcare professional However children especially infants are particularly susceptible to side effects with corticosteroids This means it is important to use only the amount advised by a doctor and for a short amount of time If your patient leaflet does not specify fingertip applications for children by age please confirm with your child’s doctor the correct amount to apply You can also refer to the information on topical corticosteroids produced by Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust Be careful not to use too little This can mean that the corticosteroid needs to be used for longer than necessary Seek medical advice if your child’s eczema or skin condition does not improve or worsens with treatment If a stronger topical corticosteroid is presc If your skin condition gets worse or does not get better it is important that you return to your doctor for advice You might have developed a different condition which may need a different treatment It is not unusual for skin conditions to flare or return shortly after stopping topical corticosteroids Sometimes a severe type of topical steroid withdrawal reaction can occur which may also be known by the terms red skin syndrome or topical steroid addiction Based on the number of patients who use these medicines reports of these types of severe withdrawal reactions seem to be very infrequent Topical steroid withdrawal reactions are usually seen after longterm use of these medicines For example longer than 12 months in adults They have also been seen after as little as 2 months of continual use in children Withdrawal reactions are also usually seen if the medicine was used very often or for prolonged periods of time Reactions are more common after use in sensitive areas Overusing topical corticosteroids can also lead to other possible side effects during treatment These include colour changes or thinning of the skin Another rare side effect is Cushing’s syndrome a disorder with a red puffy and rounded face high blood pressure weight gain and changes in sugar levels in the blood and urine A full list of side effects is included in each medicine’s Patient Information Leaflet If you are worried about a suspected side effect you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist It is very important that you follow instructions from healthcare professionals You should also read the patient information leaflet included with your medicine Your GP dermatologist or another healthcare professional can provide further information including help and advice on managing your condition The following charities or organisations also have resources 1 National Eczema Society(NES) 2 Psoriasis Association 3 Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis Alliance 4 British Association of Dermatologists(BAD) 5 Medicines for Children The BAD and NES have published a statement on topical steroid withdrawal This discusses treatment options Please report medicine side effects directly to the MHRA on the Yellow Cardwebsite or via the free apps (‘Yellow Card Scheme’ in the Google Play Store or ‘Yellow Card – MHRA’ in the Apple App Store) or by phoning the free phoneline (0800 731 6789) The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) is the government agency responsible for regulating medicines in the UK and ensuring their safety quality and effectiveness We continually review the safety of all medicines in the UK and inf.

Topical definition of topical by The Free Dictionary

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TOPICAL meaning in the Cambridge English Dictionary

Topical corticosteroids are a type of steroid medicine applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation Topical corticosteroids are available in several different forms including They&#39re available in 4 different strengths (potencies) Mild corticosteroids such as clobetasone hydrocortisone skin cream and hydrocortisone.

Topical corticosteroids and withdrawal reactions GOV.UK

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