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SIDE EFFECTS

The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence:

Burning
Itching
Irritation
Dryness
Folliculitis		 Hypertrichosis
Acneiform eruptions
Hypopigmentation
Perioral dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis		 Maceration of the skin
Secondary infection
Skin atrophy Striae
Miliaria

DRUG INTERACTIONS

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Last reviewed on RxList: 10/11/2010
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.

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