side effects of topical steroid preparations are dependent on the duration of use and the product strength - strong topical steroid preparations may therefore be used for short durations without risk of side effects (1)
topical steroids are classified dependent on their potency
weak e.g. 1% hydrocortisone
moderate e.g. clobetasone butyrate (Eumovate)
strong e.g. betamethasone 17-valerate (Betnovate)
very strong e.g. clobetasol propionate (Dermovate)
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