Topical Corticosteroids - To Reduce Skin Inflammation

Your doctor has prescribed a cortisone-based drug to apply to your skin. This sheet explains how to use your medication and dispels some of the myths and misconception about topical corticosteroids.

Treatments and surgical operations , Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Drugs

View the health sheet in PDF format

Download

The content of this Health Sheet in no way replaces the recommendations and diagnoses made, or treatment suggested by your health professional.

Corticostéroïdes topiques - Pour calmer une inflammation de la peau

To consult next...

Traitements et opérations

Tramadol to Relieve Pain

Your doctor has prescribed tramadol for pain relief. It is an analgesic opioid that is similar to an antidepressant. It is used to treat mild t…

Traitements et opérations

Treating alcohol dependence with medication

Your doctor has talked with you about naltrexone (Revia) or has prescribed it for you. This medication can help treat alcohol dependence.

Habitudes de vie

Preventing falls at home

You may be at risk of falling. This fact sheet explains how to prevent falls, what to do if they happen, and where to get help to stay in shape…

Traitements et opérations

Short-Acting Opioids to Relieve Pain

Your doctor has prescribed short-acting opioids to relieve chronic pain or severe pain related to trauma or surgery. They are also called opiat…

Make a donation

Topical Corticosteroids - To Reduce Skin Inflammation

Feedback

Tramadol to Relieve Pain

Treating alcohol dependence with medication

Preventing falls at home

Short-Acting Opioids to Relieve Pain