Can Elocon Cream Be Used On A New Tattoo?

Posted on Sat, 12 Sep 2015

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Question : Can I use Elocon cream on a new tattoo? I have minor psoriasis.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Elocon can be used

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome

I appreciate your concern

Elocon contains a topical steroid which is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by allergic reactions, psoriasis and eczema. So, yes it can be used. If however the tatoo area is infected then steroids alone may not be the way to go. Antibiotics should be added oral or topical based on the severity if the infection. Please consult your doctor before taking any medication

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar