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Skin Changes and Safety Profile of Topical Products During Pregnancy
Imam Budi Putra1, Nelva Karmila Jusuf1, Nani Kumala Dewi1
1All authors are with the Department of Dermatology and Venereology, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Sumatera Utara in Medan, Indonesia.
Objective:
We sought to know the efficacy and safety profile of topical products for use during pregnancy.
Methods:
We used PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library to review literature on topical products and pregnancy.
Results:
A majority of pregnant women develop skin changes, including physiological or hormonal changes, worsening of preexisting skin conditions, or the appearance of new dermatoses during pregnancy. Most pregnant women are concerned about the availability of treatments options with good safety profiles, especially for skin and hair treatments, to maintain their appearance and health. Although most of the treatments are recommended to be used after delivery, there are some alternatives to prevent and treat skin lesions during pregnancy.
Conclusion:
The most current and comprehensive information about the efficacy and safety profile of topical products in pregnancy are necessary.
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