Topical steroids come in many potencies (strengths). Below is an overview of the most common topical steroids used:
| 1% Hydrocortisone | Cream or ointment | Low Potency |
| Beclomethasone dipropionate | Cream | Medium potency |
| Clobetasone butyrate | Cream | Medium potency |
| Fluticasone propionate | Cream or ointment | Medium potency |
| Betamethasone valerate | Cream, ointment, or solution | High potency |
| Betamethasone dipropionate | Ointment | Super high potency |
| Clobetasol propionate | Cream or solution | Super high potency |
| Fluocinonide | Cream | Super high potency |
Where can I get a prescription?
Topical corticosteroid preparations of medium and higher potency are prescription medications that require the approval of a physician or other licensed prescriber. QuickMD can treat most of your skin condition remotely via video and prescribe a cortisone cream, ointment or solution online—sent directly to any pharmacy.