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Topical therapy: Formulation selection for specific body sites

Topical therapy: Formulation selection for specific body sites
Formulation Smooth, nonhairy skin; thick, hyperkeratotic lesions Hairy areas Palms, soles Infected areas Between skin folds; moist, macerated lesions
Ointment +++   +++    
Cream ++ + ++ + ++
Lotion   ++   ++ ++
Solution   +++   +++ ++
Gel   ++   + +
Foam ++ +++ ++ ++ ++
+: infrequently used; ++: acceptable vehicle; +++: preferred vehicle.
Adapted from: Goldstein BG, Goldstein AO. Practical Dermatology 2nd ed, Mosby-Year Book, Inc, St. Louis, MO, 1997.
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