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Topicort Medication
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May topicort LP be used on sebaceous cysts?
Won't help: A sebaceous cyst is a plugged skin structure , it usually contains an oily substance..See a doctor if the cyst is big, painful, unsightly or infected..They can be treated by removal or inscision. ...Read more
Desoximetasone (Definition)
Desoximetasone is a high strength steroid which is a kind of ...Read more
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Are there any non-prescription substitutes for desoximetasone (topicort)?
Not as strong: Topicort is a topical steroid cream. It is what we consider, depending on the concentration, a moderate potency steroid cream. You could purchase a Hydrocortisone 1 % over the counter but it will not be as efficacious as your topicort. Find out if your dr has any samples available, or co-pay cards to reduce the price of the topicort. So yes, you can try the hydrocortisone, but it may not work. ...Read more
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Is topicort LP used on sebaceous cysts on the penis?
Cysts on penis: Topicort would have no usefulness in the treatment of penile cysts. These need to be removed surgically. ...Read more
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Can topicort be bought without prescription?
No but treating what: But you can discuss with your pharmacist about other over the counter products that are available in the corticosteroid family. You can discuss your options with your physician. It very much depends on what you are treating? Different rashes require different therapies. ...Read more
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Is there a non-prescription alternative for desoximetasone (topicort)?
Yes OTC topical med: It depends what is being treated as itis used for a variety of topical rashes, your pharmacist can show what is availble otc, but the otc coticosteroids are not as potent (as strong) . Your dermatologist can suggest a variety of alternatives, some of which are non-prescription meds. ...Read more
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Can I use topicort on my lips.?
Topicort on lips: Topicort is a fairly potent topical corticosteroid which is meant to be used on the lips. ...Read more
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Can topicort be used on dry lips?
No: I would not use a topical cortisone in that way. ...Read more
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Can topicort be used on my scalp to control my eczma?
Eczema: Topicort is a fairly potent topical corticosteroid which can be used in scalp eczema, with relative safety. ...Read more
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Does topicort LP cream treat lupus?
Only discoid SLE: Not used to treat systemic sle, but cutaneous le, otherwise called discoid lupus. Whether you have sle or the discoid variety, you should also be on plaquenyl. ...Read more
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Does topicort LP cream work on lupus?
Topicort in lupus: Topical corticosteroids such as topicort have very little effectiveness in lupus involving the skin. This form of lupus often needs either injections of steroid directly into the spots or internal treatments with medications such as Hydroxychloroquine (plaquenil). ...Read more
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Can a steriod cream called topicort delay a cycle?
Topicort: Very little of the steroid, topicort is absorbed internally. Therefore it should have no effect on your menstrual cycle. ...Read more
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Does topicort LP cream work for discoid lupus?
Pretty good: Your physician may eventually add systemic Chloroquine or some other drug, and/or a topical agent such as tacrolimus. Discoid lupus can be a major nuisance and i hope that you are able to get a good result. ...Read more
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Can I use topicort if I have cold sores on my lips.?
Yes, but...: ...Not anywhere near the sore - steroids make herpes worse. ...Read more
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If Topicort is applied to a rash, the rash doesn't burn or itch, and the rash goes away, could it be herpes?
No: It is not herpes. iy is more likely from allergy or other cause. ...Read more
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How soon can I apply topicort after i apply xolegel? Or should I apply topicort before xolegel? I am to use both twice per day on hands and feet.
Try alternating: You can use one then the other 6 hours later, so they are offset by 6 hours in their delivery, giving each one the best chance of working at its best potential. ...Read more
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Is it possible for topicort to be used on my scalp to get rid of/control my eczema?
Yes but you need Dx: Yes possibly, but you need to be certain what the correct diagnosis is. This could be psoriasis. You could try tar shampoo. This may be very helpful. There are other shampoos you can use. ...Read more
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I was using Topicort steroid spray on my back and inhaled a lot of it in my room on accident. Is this toxic?
No: Why were you spraying yourself? I'll bet that no matter what's going on with your skin on your back, there's something better. ...Read more
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What to do if I have a bad face rash, went to dermatologist but gave me topicort but when I stop it rash keeps returning?
Med not helping rash: If Topicort prescribed by your dermatologist is not keeping the rash away, you should go back to that doctor for follow up. Your doctor needs to see the rash when it is 'active' for best results. Also, make a note of new soaps, creams, foods, etc. you may be unknowingly exposing yourself to something that your doctor isn't aware of. ...Read more
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Is intertrigo likely to appear between breasts, on cleavage , is topicort cream safe for treating that red, itching, spreading rash?What else it could be
Rash: You could try medicine for fungus infection. This could be candida, yeast infection. Trying the creams women use for yeast infections or athlete's foot creams may help until you can get to see the doctor for a real diagnosis. If you have a yeast infection on the skin, the topicort may even make it worse. Try to keep the areas cool and dry. ...Read more
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Will the steriod cream called topicort delay a menstrual cycle?
It may.: If used extensively and frequently, enough of the active ingredient can delay the menstrual cycle. Of cvourse, rule out pregnancy if possible. ...Read more