Tips for Tapering off Topical Steriod
#1
Hello, I hope it's okay to start a new thread. I tried searching to see if there was one for this topic, and didn't see one, but I'm new to the forum so could be wrong. 
I have been on a corticosteriod (Clobetosal .05%) for the last 2-3 weeks for the first time in 17 years for fairly vigorous guttate psoriasis. The intent was just to give me a break, and boy have I enjoyed it! but now I need to taper off. Any advice? I figure I'll start with going to once a day, then every other day then after that maybe begin to add plain lotion to the bottle to weaken strength? Or is that last bit unnecessary?
I would like to hope that I won't have a massive flare as I taper off. I know it's a possibility. If at all possible, please do not reply with horror stories, because I want to remain positive and hopeful! Thank you for understanding.
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#2
No problem with starting new threads as your question will relate to you. If there are similar threads some may point you to them, but you are welcome to start new threads as we don't expect our members to trawl through every thread.

I would suggest:

Week #1 Get down to once per day
Week #2 Cut the amount down by 50% as in don't apply so thick. (But still use for 7 days
Week #3 Use Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
Week 4 Use Tuesday and Friday
Week 5 Stop

During that time I would also use plenty of a good quality virgin coconut oil once every day. From there carry on with coconut oil and keep your fingers crossed.

But I'm no expert Smile
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Thanks, Fred!
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