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A Treatise on Topical Corticosteroids in DermatologyAn Evidence Based Approach of Use of Topical Corticosteroids in Dermatology

A Treatise on Topical Corticosteroids in Dermatology: An Evidence Based Approach of Use of... [Topical corticosteroids form the backbone of treating numerous dermatological conditions. If used judiciously and appropriately, these drugs can be referred to as the “magic molecules”. On extensive literature search, we have found substantial evidences in favour of using topical corticosteroids in atopic eczema, localized vitiligo, psoriasis (both scalp and non-scalp), chronic hand eczema and localized bullous pemphigoid. However, contrary to conventional wisdom, we did not find any high-level scientific evidence supporting the prescription of these agents in cutaneous lichen planus, sarcoidosis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. In addition, evidence suggests recommended judicious use of mild to moderate steroids (if required) in pregnancy and lactation and there is no risk of any foetal abnormality.] http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png

A Treatise on Topical Corticosteroids in DermatologyAn Evidence Based Approach of Use of Topical Corticosteroids in Dermatology

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Publisher
Springer Singapore
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© Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2018
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978-981-10-4608-7
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41 –72
DOI
10.1007/978-981-10-4609-4_4
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Abstract

[Topical corticosteroids form the backbone of treating numerous dermatological conditions. If used judiciously and appropriately, these drugs can be referred to as the “magic molecules”. On extensive literature search, we have found substantial evidences in favour of using topical corticosteroids in atopic eczema, localized vitiligo, psoriasis (both scalp and non-scalp), chronic hand eczema and localized bullous pemphigoid. However, contrary to conventional wisdom, we did not find any high-level scientific evidence supporting the prescription of these agents in cutaneous lichen planus, sarcoidosis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. In addition, evidence suggests recommended judicious use of mild to moderate steroids (if required) in pregnancy and lactation and there is no risk of any foetal abnormality.]

Published: May 18, 2017

Keywords: Topical corticosteroids; Randomized controlled trials; Meta-analysis; Systematic reviews

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