There are two types of topical steroid that can be bought over the counter from a pharmacy without a prescription: 1% hydrocortisone cream, a mild topical ...

Jan 30, 2025 ... Over-the-counter (OTC) topical creams · 1% hydrocortisone, a mild topical corticosteroid · 0.05% clobetasone (Eumovate), a moderate topical ...

Topical corticosteroids (steroids) are medicines that are applied directly to the skin to reduce inflammation and irritation.

Betamethasone valerate · Betamethasone dipropionate (cream, ointment, gel) · Diflucortolone valerate · Hydrocortisone 17-butyrate · Mometasone furoate ...

Feb 11, 2021 ... Steroid ointments or creams are applied to the affected areas of skin one or two times a day – for instance, in the morning and/or afternoon.

Jan 15, 2009 ... Topical steroids can be used to treat psoriasis, vitiligo, lichen sclerosus, atopic dermatitis, eczema, and acute radiation dermatitis.

The most common include prescription steroids in varying strengths, calcineurin inhibitors, PDE4 inhibitors and Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors. Topical JAK ...

Mar 15, 2021 ... Topical corticosteroids are an essential tool for treating inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis and atopic dermatitis.

Topical hydrocortisone. Topical OTC hydrocortisone cream is a low potency steroid and works on eczema-prone skin by reducing irritation, itching and ...

Eczema treatment continues to change as more treatment options become available. · Steroid creams are an important part of eczema treatment because they help ...