분야
pptx(Treatment & Medication)
Provide relief of inflammation of eczematous lesions. Ointment base provides moisturization. White petrolatum is useful to avoid potential sensitization to preservatives in water-based moisturizers.
Anti-inflammatory agents
Mild topical corticosteroid mixed in petrolatum.
Use 1% ointment 2-3 times daily
Apply sparingly to affected areas bid/tid
(discontinue when cleared)
Contraindication: Documented hypersensitivity
(clinical viral, fungal, and bacterial skin infections)
Hydrocortisone ointment 1% (Cortaid)
Medium-strength topical corticosteroid for body areas.
Use 0.05-0.1% ointment in adults and 0.05% ointment in pediatrics.
Apply topically bid/tid until response
(discontinue when cleared)
Betamethasone valerate (Beta-Val)
