Integumentary System & Drug Therapy – Key Topical Agents

Vocabulary flashcards covering generic and brand names, drug class, primary indications, dosing frequency, and key adverse effects for common topical agents discussed in the Integumentary System & Drug Therapy lecture.

Mupirocin

(Bactroban)Topical antibiotic used 2–3 times daily for impetigo and other skin infections; may cause local irritation or burning.

Chlorhexidine Gluconate

(Peridex, Periogard) Oral antiseptic rinse used twice daily for gingivitis and oral hygiene; possible dry mouth or altered taste.

Sodium Fluoride Paste

(SF 5000 Plus) Topical dental agent applied once daily to prevent dental caries; may lead to tooth discoloration or mouth irritation.

Lidocaine Transdermal Patch

(Lidoderm) Topical local anesthetic patch (up to 3 daily) for pain relief, especially post-herpetic neuralgia; can cause redness or numbness.

Betamethasone Dipropionate

(Diprosone) High-potency topical corticosteroid for inflammatory skin conditions; applied 1–2 times daily; risk of skin thinning and dryness.

Clobetasol Propionate

(Temovate) Very high-potency topical corticosteroid for severe inflammatory dermatoses; short-term use 1–2 times daily; watch for local irritation.

Clotrimazole + Betamethasone

(Lotrisone) Combination antifungal/corticosteroid cream applied twice daily for inflammatory fungal infections; may cause irritation or skin thinning.

Triamcinolone Acetonide

(Kenalog) Medium-potency topical corticosteroid used 2–4 times daily for various inflammatory skin conditions; prolonged use can thin skin.

Hydrocortisone

(Anusol-HC, Proctosol-HC) Rectal corticosteroid cream or suppository for hemorrhoids and other inflammatory rectal conditions; applied 2–4 times daily.

Clindamycin Phosphate

(Cleocin T) Topical antibiotic gel/solution applied twice daily for acne; may cause dryness, irritation, or oiliness.