strength of topical steroid
Last reviewed 01/2018
- side effects of topical steroid preparations are dependent on the duration
of use and the product strength - strong topical steroid preparations may
therefore be used for short durations without risk of side effects (1)
- topical steroids are classified dependent on their potency
- weak e.g. 1% hydrocortisone
- moderate e.g. clobetasone butyrate (Eumovate)
- strong e.g. betamethasone 17-valerate (Betnovate)
- very strong e.g. clobetasol propionate (Dermovate)
Reference:
- Update (1999), 59 (3), 189-200.