Topical benzocaine/menthol is primarily used to relieve pain and itching of the skin from bug bites, bug stings, and irritated skin. It works by temporarily blocking nerve signals for pain and calming ...

Plaque psoriasis is a type of autoimmune condition that causes scaly patches on the skin. (With an autoimmune condition, your immune system attacks cells in your body by mistake.) * “Topical” means ...

Topical calcipotriene may be safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding. Factors such as the form you use or the condition being treated may determine whether you should use the drug during this time ...

To earn CME related to this news article, click here. January 21, 2009 — The best practices for choosing topical corticosteroids for patients with various dermatologic conditions are reviewed in the ...

There is no cure for atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema. Instead, treatment can help reduce symptoms and establish long-lasting disease control. While atopic dermatitis treatment plans ...

Topical medications are the mainstay of treatment for Atopic Dermatitis (AD). They are often used as monotherapy in mild disease and in combination with systemic therapy in moderate-to-severe disease.

In view of their unique mechanism of action, topical retinoids are prescribed widely in dermatology for both indicated purposes and several worthwhile, evidence-based off-label uses. For seasoned ...

Updates in nonsteroidal topical therapies were presented during a session at the Society for Pediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting. A session that took place during the Society for Pediatric ...

Topical minoxidil, which requires twice-daily applications, is available over the counter (OTC). The prescription version of ...

In short: Jordan Hendey was prescribed topical steroids to treat his eczema since he was a baby which he believes has left him with withdrawal side-effects. He says he has been ignored by Australian ...

Topical benzocaine is primarily used to relieve pain and itching of the skin from small cuts, scrapes, burns, or bug bites. It can also be used to help prevent premature ejaculation. It works by ...