A comparative physicochemical and cosmetic evaluation of generic topical corticosteroid products
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2002
Abstract
Comparison and evaluation of physicochemical properties of the six betamelhasone'17-valer.. te creams available locally were studied. Tests that were conducted include stiffness/hardness, grittiness. colour, odour, homogeneity (phase separation), pH, weight of )OS5, tackiness (stickiness) and microscopic examination. A point grading system was used 10 assess and compare the products. Results revealed that Betnovale' and Camnovale' to be the most superior followed by Beavate', Setrosone', Belasone' and Uniflex'
Keywords
Physicochemical, cosmetic, evaluation, corticosteroid products
Divisions
fac_med
Publication Title
Journal of the University of Malaya Medical Centre (JUMMEC)
Volume
7
Issue
2
Publisher
Faculty of Medicine, University of Malaya
Additional Information
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