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Corticosteroid

July 4, 2013 | 15,00 EUR | answered by Dr. med. Michael Schröter

Hello!

I have been prescribed "Karison Crinale" for a skin problem on my foot, a solution containing the very potent corticosteroid clobetasol propionate.
When I wanted to apply the solution today (under time pressure), I accidentally opened the small bottle in the cabinet and swung it past my face. I did not notice that liquid had leaked from the bottle, but I am worried that it may have gotten into my eye.

Therefore, I have two questions:

In case of possible direct contact, would the eye pressure increase due to the corticosteroid - and if so, would it happen quickly? (I will be near an eye clinic this evening and could have my eye pressure checked there.)

Should I have noticed a possible eye contact - for example, through intense burning in the eyes or something similar? Since this was not the case, could I then rule out any contact.

Best regards,
Bernd

Dr. med. Michael Schröter

Hello,

If you had gotten a splash in the eye, you would have noticed it through burning or itching. Since you had no symptoms, it can be assumed that there was no direct contact with the eye. Such a small amount would also not affect the eye pressure, so an eye pressure examination is not necessary in this case without any complaints.