Sternon S Lotion is a topical medication used to treat various inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and keratosis palmaris et plantaris. It contains Betamethasone (0.05% W/V) and Salicylic Acid (3% W/V) as active ingredients
. Betamethasone works by blocking the production of certain inflammatory mediators, while Salicylic Acid prevents skin lesions by peeling the outer layer of the skin and helps to reabsorb Betamethasone into the skin. The common side effects of using Sternon S Lotion are pruritus, local skin burning, and skin pain. It is not recommended for children under 1 year of age and should be used with caution in elderly people