Suggest Treatment For Itching On Scalp And The Ear Canal

Posted on Tue, 2 Feb 2016

Question: Itch on scalp. Doctor'd prescribed amcinonide lotion 0.1%, for scalp and ear canal itch. But then my pharmacist warned me that long-term use of HCs can thin your skin. Must I stop using it for that purpose, go back to MD--or continue as is? I use it at most 1-2x/week. I haven't noticed any thinning--which I do have on my temples from when I used it on my own initiative on my temples for rosacea.

Answered by Dr. Harish Naik (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Observe for side effect.

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome
I have gone through your query.
Amcinonide is topical glucocorticoid, thinning is one of the side effects, frequency not known, more commonly occurs on the face.

Doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

It is better to observe for the side effect and to inform the doctor immediately, in case it appears. Kindly take the drug as instructed by your doctor and for the duration that he/she has prescribed.

This provisional advice provided by me is based entirely on the input provided to me. I would suggest examination by the doctor.

I hope this suggestion might be of some help to you.
Take care.

Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj