Contact Dermatitis Questions (Page 2)

How long should you use fluocinonide for?

Can halobetasol propionate be bought over-the-counter (OTC)?

Halobetasol vs triamcinolone: which is better?

Is Diprolene available over-the-counter (OTC)?

Diprolene: AF vs Augmented vs Regular - What does this mean?

Can fluocinonide be used to treat a poison ivy rash?

How do you use Eucrisa (crisaborole) ointment?

Answers to the most common questions asked about Eucrisa ointment.

What's difference between Olux and Olux-E?

Can you buy Luxiq foam over-the-counter (OTC)?

How long does it take for Predisone to work on Poison Ivy?

I have a 'contact dermatitus' rash that appears to be from Poison Ivy (no idea when I was in poison ivy so not really sure what it is). I developed a fairly severe reaction/ rash and went to urgent care (swelling face as well as large rash area). I was prescribed predisone, and given a... read more

If Prednisone inhibits or slows healing, why do I heal so well when taking it?

I have a severe skin issue that so far has only been diagnosed as "eczema". The cause has not been found, and so neither has a cure. I am often prescribed Prednisone short-term. The doctors tell me "Now you'll stop itching, but your existing wounds will take longer to... read more

Can I take prednisone with supplements, diagnosed with poison ivy?

I am taking 40 mg of prednisone for 5 days and then 20 mg for five days-10 day treatment. I also take CO-Q10 (200 mg), Vitamin C (500-1,000 mg), D-3 (2,000 mg), Probiotics and enzymes, B-12 (500 mg), Omega 3 (1,000 mg) Flax seed meal/oil, Vitamin E (400 units) Multi vitamin (organic) Red Yeast... read more

Will Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment help in the treatment of Poison Ivy that will not go away?

I've had a rash for over 2 months and it's getting worse?

I've had a rash for over 2 months now. It looks like very tiny red raised bumps all over, and they are very itchy. At first they were all over my legs, but after seeing a doctor and being prescribed prednisone it went away and I felt so relieved. Unfortunately, a few days after I finished my... read more

What about a swollen tongue as a result of predisone... 4 x daily for five days?

I was taking predisone (10mg)for three days... due to itching from poison ivy... after three days, one night I got a swollen tongue (reaction?) Any suggestions? I have had some other welts on body that went away after a few days.