The Health Sciences Authority alerted the public of a case of an infant being hospitalised after using Star Cream, which was found to contain a potent steroid.
The child has been discharged and recovering at home, although he will require long-term monitoring of the side effects of steroid toxicity. “Sudden stopping of the cream without medical supervision may result in worsening of underlying skin conditions and other serious withdrawal symptoms such as fatigue, confusion and low blood pressure,” said HSA.The product was marketed as a homemade cream containing natural herbal extracts with antibacterial and antifungal properties. It was also said to be “suitable for all skin types,” even for skin conditions like acne, eczema, mosquito bite, psoriasis and skin ringworms.
Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)