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TOPICAL DRUGS (CORTICOSTERIODS) (BETAMETHASONE (NURSING CONSIDERATIONS…
TOPICAL DRUGS (CORTICOSTERIODS
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BETAMETHASONE
mechanism of action
is a synthetic adrenocorticosteriod for dematological use it has high degree of corticosteriod activity and slight dgree of mineralocorticosteriod activity
INDICATIONS
Releive skin irritation such as itching and eczema
NURSING CONSIDERATIONS
Contraindications
contraindicated to patients who are hypersensitive to betamethasone dipropionate
Side effects
itching, stretch marks,thinning of the skin
excessive hair growth
Route
t
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storage conditions
store in a cool dry place. not greater than 25 degrees Celsius
Hydrocortisone
mechanism of action
mechanism of action of hydrocortisone is as a Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonist.
indications
Insect bites, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching).
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Reduces the swelling, itching, and redness
Nursing consideration
Side Effects
Stinging, burning, irritation, dryness, or redness
Do not use if there is an infection or sore
Contraindication
s
Not to be used on the eyes, face, anogenital area • Not to be used on broken or infected skin, including scabies and infected bites and stings • Not to be used on children under 10 years of age .
route of administration
To be applied topically
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storage ocndition
oposed shelf life is 3 years and d not store above 25 degrees Celsius