Corticosteroid Ointment Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination
To date, the Company has not received reports of adverse events related to this recall.
Topical Steroids
Topical Corticosteroid Use and Osteoporosis Risk Examined
To determine the association between cumulative exposure of potent and very potent TCSs and osteoporosis and MOF risk, study authors utilized the Danish nationwide registries.
Topical Corticosteroids Associated With Higher Risk for Type 2 Diabetes
Dose-response relationship observed in large European cohort
Which Medications Are Prescribed Most Often for Atopic Dermatitis?
Male patients exhibited the highest rates of oral steroid prescriptions.
Topical System Tx Suggests Improved Healing Post-Laser Resurfacing
The researchers found that blinded investigator-rated healing was better for the tripeptide/hexapeptide system, with the difference reaching statistical significance at day 7.
Review of Moisturizer Efficacy in Eczema
Among patients with eczema, most moisturizers showed some benefit but better results were seen when used with topical active treatment, according to a Cochrane Review.
Antifungal and Retinoid Combo Displays Anti-Aging Benefits
Climbazole enhances retinoid-associated biological activities in vivo and in vitro, according to a study published online January 19 in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
Topical Steroid Tridesilon Now Available
Tridesilon (desonide) Cream, 0.05%, has been made available by Encore Dermatology. This low-potency corticosteroid indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Teva Launches Generic Topicort Ointment
Teva announced the launch of Desoximetasone Ointment, the generic version of Taro’s Topicort Ointment.
Wet Wrap Therapy for Atopic Dermatitis: Is It Effective?
Wet wrap therapy may pose higher risk of local infections than topical steroids
