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Topical Gel
Aka: Topical Gel, Topical Liquid
- See Also
- Topical Preparation Base
- Topical Lotion
- Topical Cream
- Topical Ointment
- Topical Paste
- Topical Powder
- Topical Preparations for the Scalp (Topical Foam, Shampoo, or Mousse)
- Indications
- Lesions on scalp or hairy areas
- Oozy or wet lesions
- Advantages
- Jelly-like consistency that may be soothing to inflammatory lesions (e.g. Poison Ivy)
- Quick drying
- Does not cause hair matting
- Adverse Effects
- Gels may be irritating in some cases
- Disadvantages
- Must apply frequently (evaporates easily)
- Lower potency medication delivery vehicle than Topical Ointments and Topical Creams