Pediatric Acropustulosis Medication
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Medication Summary
High-potency topical steroids (class 1 and 2) have been successfully used for control of pruritus. Extremely symptomatic children may be treated with dapsone at a dose of 1-2 mg/kg/d.
Glucocorticoids, topical
Class Summary
These agents elicit anti-inflammatory properties. They modify the body's immune response to diverse stimuli. These drugs provide symptomatic relief of pruritus.
Betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone, Maxivate)
Available in topical steroid cream or ointment. Decreases inflammation by suppressing migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversing capillary permeability.
Antibiotics
Class Summary
Dapsone is a diaminodiphenylsulfone antibiotic that may be used as anti-inflammatory agent.
Dapsone (Avlosulfon)
Sulfone antibiotic used mainly for treatment of leprosy and dermatitis herpetiformis. Elicits antineutrophil and anti-inflammatory properties.
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