topical treatment

Topical treatment refers to medications applied directly to a specific area of the skin or mucous membranes, such as creams, gels, ointments, or patches. This method allows the medication to act locally at the affected site, targeting skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, or delivering drugs through the skin for systemic effects. The main advantage is that it minimizes overall side effects since the medication isn’t taken orally or injected. Topical treatments are often used for localized issues, providing targeted relief while reducing exposure to the rest of the body.