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Local medicines

Topical corticosteroids for vitiligo

Topical corticosteroids are prescription anti-inflammatory medicines that may be considered for selected localised active patches.

En resumen

Puntos clave

  • Prescription treatment
  • Time-limited use
  • Body site matters
  • Monitor side effects
01

Where they may fit

They are generally considered outside sensitive areas such as eyelids, folds and genital skin, where risks require particular caution.

02

Follow a precise plan

Potency, quantity, frequency and duration are individual. Prolonged or inappropriate use can thin the skin and cause other adverse effects.

Base editorial

Editorial basis: current AWMF S2k guideline on the diagnosis and treatment of vitiligo, register 013-093, version 2.0 dated 27 July 2026. Reviewed on 2 September 2026.

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