Betamethasone valerate versus mometasone furoate cream once daily in atopic dermatitis

Abstract

The efficacy and cosmetic qualities of betamethasone valerate and mometasone furoate cream applied once a day were evaluated in 30 patients with symmetrical atopic dermatitis. While objective evaluation and patient opinion indicated that the two treatments were equally effective, betamethasone was significantly superior with respect to several cosmetic properties and was greatly preferred for its overall cosmetic quality. The possible benefit of the patients' preference for betamethasone for treatment compliance and treatment results is discussed.

Key Words:

• Atopic dermatitis
• Betamethasone valerate cream
• Mometasone furoate cream
• Cosmetic quality