Skin - Corticosteroids (glucocorticoids), topical

Question 1

Skin

Corticosteroids (glucocorticoids), topical: hydrocortisone, betamethasone

Common indications

Answer 1

• Used in inflammatory skin conditions, e.g. eczema, to treat disease flares or to control chronic disease where emollients alone are ineffective

Question 2

Skin

Corticosteroids (glucocorticoids), topical: hydrocortisone, betamethasone

MAO

Answer 2

• Corticosteroids have immunosuppressive, metabolic and mineralocorticoid effects
• effects are mostly limited to the site of application
• With potent or prolonged use of topical corticosteroids, systemic absorption and effects can occur