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Topical corticosteroids

Overview
Corticosteroids are a class of prescription drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat inflammation. In cases of vitiligo, topical corticosteroids are typically used as a first-line… read more

Oral corticosteroids

Overview
Oral corticosteroids - also known simply as steroids - are a class of prescription drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat inflammation. With vitiligo, low-dose oral… read more

Protopic (Tacrolimus)

Overview
Protopic is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis. Protopic is prescribed off-label to treat vitiligo in children, and on sensitive areas such as… read more

Calcipotriene

Overview
Calcipotriene (also referred to as Calcipotriol) is a topical drug approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for psoriasis. Calcipotriene is widely prescribed off-label to treat vitiligo.… read more

Benoquin (Monobenzone)

The Benoquin brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. Other brand names or generic anthralin products may be available. If you’re currently using this type of medication, talk to your healthcare provider about safe… read more