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Eczema and psoriasis

The resources below discuss the use of steroid treatments in eczema and psoriasis, including psoriasis of the scalp. The bulletins below also contain data packs.

B307: Cost effective prescribing in dermatology

This bulletin provides an overview of appropriate, cost-effective topical treatment choices for eczema and psoriasis, topical corticosteroids and dermatology specials.

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B90: Calcipotriol / Betamethasone (Dovobet®) in psoriasis

Focuses on the appropriate use of Dovobet® in treating psoriasis and discusses concerns about long term continuous use. It provides guidance for those reviewing prescribing and ensuring it is only used intermittently with safer alternatives.

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B312: Shampoos and scalp preparations

This bulletin considers topical preparations for psoriasis of the scalp and seborrhoeic dermatitis.

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Specials

Dermatology specials are a significant part of the overall spend on specials. The British Association of Dermatologists has produced guidelines which contain a restricted list of specials recommended for prescribing.

B133: Topical diltiazem (SPOT-List)

Topical diltiazem appears in the top ten Specials Prescribing Optimisation Tool (SPOT) list. Unlicensed topical diltiazem preparations are often used for treatment of anal fissures.

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B307: Cost effective prescribing in dermatology

This bulletin provides an overview of appropriate, cost-effective topical treatment choices for eczema and psoriasis, topical corticosteroids and dermatology specials.

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Emollients

Barrier products

B181: Barrier products

This bulletin reviews the place in therapy of barrier preparations. It offers guidance and support material for organisations considering reviewing their prescribing of these products.

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Barrier products visual datapack

As part of the new PrescQIPP visual analytics platform integrated into this website - Barrier products visual datapack.

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Sunscreens

B289: Sunscreens

These resources support the review of prescribing of sunscreens to ensure that products are on the ACBS list, meet ACBS criteria and are cost-effective choices.

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