September 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Many people in Jordan misuse topical steroids without proper knowledge, highlighting the need for better education and regulation.
August 2025 in “Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal” The ointment effectively treats neurodermatitis and chronic eczema without causing skin irritation.
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January 2021 in “Journal of clinical and diagnostic research” Using Calcipotriol with Clobetasol is more effective for treating Alopecia Areata than using Clobetasol alone.
October 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Topical metformin gel is as effective and safe as steroids for treating alopecia areata.
January 1953 in “The Lancet” Cortisone may help hair regrow by altering the local environment, with regrowth starting 3-4 weeks after treatment, but its use is not widely recommended.
January 2023 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” Combining injections with lotion is more effective for hair regrowth in alopecia areata than using the lotion alone.
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November 1975 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Large doses of glucocorticoids are not suitable for general use in treating severe alopecia areata due to inconsistent results and risks.
March 2025 in “Canadian dermatology today.” Clascoterone cream 1% is effective and well-tolerated for treating acne and other related conditions.
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May 2015 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Topical corticosteroids can help treat severe alopecia areata when other treatments fail.
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September 2019 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Cal/BD aerosol foam effectively treats scalp psoriasis, improving symptoms and patient satisfaction.
Measuring cortisol in hair can help assess adrenal function in asthmatic children using inhaled corticosteroids.
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August 2014 in “Cochrane library” Budesonide is not effective for maintaining remission in Crohn's disease beyond three months.
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January 2011 in “International journal of trichology” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is the most effective treatment for localized alopecia areata.
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December 1972 in “Archives of dermatology” The steroid solution can regrow hair but often causes skin issues and doesn't work long-term.
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December 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Systemic steroids can effectively treat alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
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February 1996 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A 300 mg monthly pulse of prednisolone effectively and safely treats widespread alopecia areata.
The rash worsened due to a fungal infection masked by corticosteroids.
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July 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Weekly azathioprine pulse is a better alternative to corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata due to fewer side effects.
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April 2023 in “JAAD Case Reports” Topical clascoterone may help treat hidradenitis suppurativa.
July 2023 in “Media Dermato Venereologica Indonesiana” Corticosteroids effectively treated a 60-year-old man's skin condition.
July 2024 in “Medical alphabet” Betamethasone injections are more effective than Clobetasol for treating alopecia areata in children.
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August 2009 in “Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy” The combination of calcipotriene and betamethasone is more effective and has fewer side effects for treating psoriasis.
July 2023 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Combining baricitinib with low-dose corticosteroids significantly improved severe hair loss in eight patients.
Triamcinolone acetonide and betamethasone 1.75 mg/ml are both effective for treating alopecia areata.
October 2025 in “Iraqi postgraduate medical journal” Combining laser treatment with steroid cream is more effective for alopecia areata than using the cream alone.