Topical steroids: introduction of new labelling and a reminder of the possibility of severe side effects

[helvella]

Just got an MHRA alert email. The topic could be relevant to some so I'll post the first paragraph and a link.

Topical steroids: introduction of new labelling and a reminder of the possibility of severe side effects, including Topical Steroid Withdrawal Reactions

Topical steroid products are safe and highly effective treatments for the management of a wide range of inflammatory skin diseases but have important risks, especially with prolonged use at high potency. In the coming months, as a result of regulatory action, topical steroid products will be labelled with information on their potency to simplify advice for patients.

From:

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

Published

29 May 2024

If it is of any relevance to you, please follow the link:

gov.uk/drug-safety-update/t...

[PurpleNails Administrator]

interesting, thanks for posting 😀

[LindaC]

I have suffered beyond measure from dexamethasone eye drops, following cataract surgery. No informed consent, I would have refused had I been informed because I had an existing documented sensitivity. Even dermos seem not to know what this can do to patients and try to deny... 'maze dull rats' that they are.