Betamethasone Valerate, Minoxidil, and Tretinoin: A Case Study of Kerion Celsi in a 28-Year-Old Woman

September 2010 in “ Reactions weekly ”

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TLDR The combination of tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate may cause severe scalp inflammation.

The document described a case study involving a 28-year-old woman who developed Kerion Celsi, a severe inflammatory scalp condition, after using a lotion containing tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate. The study highlighted the potential adverse effects of this combination treatment, suggesting that it may have contributed to the development of the condition.

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