Erythema nodosum is caused by inflammation at the intervals of the subcutaneous fat lobules. At present, there is no special ointment for the treatment of erythema nodosum in clinic, but patients can use glucocorticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or antibiotics to improve the condition.
1. Glucocorticosteroids: including hydrocortisone butyrate ointment, halometasone ointment and so on. However, long-term use can appear coloration, capillary dilatation, secondary infection and other adverse reactions, infectious skin diseases and allergy patients are prohibited.
2. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: for example, fluphenazine butyrate ointment, with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic effect. However, its adverse reactions are itching, tingling, burning sensation and so on. Contraindications are those who are allergic to the product and those who have active gastrointestinal bleeding.
3. Antibiotics: in the case of erythema nodosum accompanied by infection, topical antibiotics can be used, such as fusidic acid cream, its adverse reactions for skin allergies, itching, etc., and contraindications for those who are allergic to the components of the drug.
For patients with erythema nodosum, it is recommended to go to regular hospitals for timely examination and standardized medication under the guidance of professional doctors.