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Dermatological, Nutritional, Ophthalmic, Otic, Vaccines
adapalene
Differin
topical retinoid
-acne may worsen before improving
-using more than recommended dose increases risk of skin reactions
-use as little of product that can cover affected areas with thin film
-caution against sun exposure, use sunscreen
-don’t use other acne products (i.e. salicylic acid), as severity of adverse effects may be increased
clindamycin-benzoyl peroxide
Benzaclin
topical antibiotic
-may cause skin irritation, use sparingly
-acne may worsen before improving
-do not exceed recommended dose, to reduce risk of adverse side effects
erythromycin-benzoyl peroxide
Benzamycin
topical antibiotic
-may cause skin irritation, use sparingly
-acne may worsen before improving
-exceeding recommended dose may increase severity of adverse side effects
clobetasol
Clobex
topical corticosteroid
-use sparing amount
-avoid application on face and around eyes
mometasone
Elocon
topical corticosteroid
-use sparing amount
-avoid application around eyes
triamcinolone
Kenalog
topical corticosteroid
-use sparing amount
-avoid application around eyes
-available in ointment, cream, lotion
-indicated in treatment of different inflammatory conditions such as allergic rhinitis, acute exacerbations of multiple sclerosis
pimecrolimus
Elidel
topical calcineurin inhibitor
-indicated in treatment of mild-moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema)
-black box for cancer risk
clotrimazole-betamethasone dipropionate
Lotrisone
topical imidazole antifungal + corticosteroid
-use sparing amount
-avoid application around face and eyes
-clotrimazole has minimal side effects, uncomplicated metabolic profile
-betamethasone has immunosuppressive and antiinflammatory properties
-indicated in treatment of dermal infections
fluocinonide
topical
Lidex
topical corticosteroid
-use sparing amount
-avoid application on face and around eyes
-indicated in treatment of eczema and other inflammatory skin conditions
