Prescriptietopicals
Prescriptietopicals are topical medications that require a clinician’s prescription for use. They are applied to the skin, mucous membranes, or nails and are used to treat a range of dermatological and mucosal conditions. Unlike many over-the-counter topical products, prescriptietopicals are selected based on specific diagnoses, patient factors, and potential risks, and their use may be accompanied by monitoring for adverse effects or interactions with other therapies.
Common classes of prescriptietopicals include topical corticosteroids, antifungals, antibiotics, antivirals, retinoids, calcineurin inhibitors, and other agents
Safety and administration guidelines emphasize applying a thin layer to affected areas, avoiding compromised or actively