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Aqueous cream and emulsifying ointment can be used as substitutes for soap.
Aqueous cream and emulsifying ointment can be used as substitutes for soap.
True
Topical steroids of Class 3 are considered mild and are commonly used for inflammatory conditions due to infection.
Topical steroids of Class 3 are considered mild and are commonly used for inflammatory conditions due to infection.
False
Potassium permanganate is used at concentrations of 1 : 4000 to 1 : 25 000 as an oxidizing agent with antiseptic and fungicidal activity.
Potassium permanganate is used at concentrations of 1 : 4000 to 1 : 25 000 as an oxidizing agent with antiseptic and fungicidal activity.
True
Coconut oil compound is the most effective treatment for scalp psoriasis and should be applied twice a day.
Coconut oil compound is the most effective treatment for scalp psoriasis and should be applied twice a day.
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Topical treatment offers low concentrations of a drug in the skin.
Topical treatment offers low concentrations of a drug in the skin.
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Propylene glycol 50% in water and Urea 40% are commonly used for hyperkeratotic eczema and nail removal.
Propylene glycol 50% in water and Urea 40% are commonly used for hyperkeratotic eczema and nail removal.
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The base or vehicle of a topical preparation is responsible for delivering the active constitute into the skin.
The base or vehicle of a topical preparation is responsible for delivering the active constitute into the skin.
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Emollients are indicated for wet lesions.
Emollients are indicated for wet lesions.
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Topical preparations are not available in the form of shampoos.
Topical preparations are not available in the form of shampoos.
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Intravenous injections are a form of topical therapy.
Intravenous injections are a form of topical therapy.
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