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Topical corticosteroids

-examples

A

Mild- hydrocortisone

Moderate - betametasone (betnovate)

Potent - beclometasone

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Topical corticosteroids

-indication

A

Treatment of inflammatory conditions including eczema and dermatitis

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Topical corticosteroids

-important side effects

A

The same as glucocorticoids

Hypertension
Oedema
Hyperglycaemia
Osteoporosis 
Cushing’s syndrome 
Insomnia
Psychosis
Adrenal insufficiency risk up to one year after withdrawal
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