Dermatologicals: Percutaneous Absorption

Question 1

Percutaneous absorption can occur via two routes: across the ____ and via ____

Answer 1

stratum corneum, appendages

Question 2

Primary barrier to percutaneous absorption?

Answer 2

Stratum corneum

Question 3

What are the 7 classes of topical steroids based on?

Answer 3

Corticosteroid potency/strength

Question 4

Which class is “superpotent”?

Answer 4

I

Question 5

Which class is “high” potency?

Answer 5

II and III

Question 6

Which class is “intermediate” potency?

Answer 6

IV and V

Question 7

Which class is “low” potency?

Answer 7

VI and VII