What are topical corticosteroids effective for? - Mild to moderate inflammatory
skin disease
What part of the body should low potency topical corticosteroids be
administered? - Sensitive skin like face, folds of axillae or groin
What part of the body should intermediate potency topical corticosteroids be
administered? - Lesions of the torso
When should high or super high potency topical corticosteroids be used? - Short
treatment of a several weeks for stubborn lesions
What part of the body should high or super high topical corticosteroids be
administered? - Rashes on palms of hands or soles of feet
What are the pharmacodynamics of topical corticosteroids? - Inhibit formation of
inflammatory mediators and inhibit movement of white blood cells and
macrophages
Diminish mitotic activity in epidermal skin cells
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