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My mom (age 60) has been using elocon ointment on her face since last 10 years and she has left this now she is having redness, burning, etching in face as well as in eyes. Is it due to elocon?
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Elocon cream is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Elocon cream side effects application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
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Yes. All the adverse effects are because of it.
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No. Contains steroid. Very dangerous. Alternate safe cream available. Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo.
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