Desonide topical

Generic name: Desonide Topical
Drug class: Topical steroids

Usage of Desonide topical

Desonide is a steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.

Desonide topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by eczema or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.

Desonide topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Desonide topical side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Desonide topical may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

worsening of your skin condition;

redness, warmth, swelling, oozing, or severe irritation of any treated skin;

blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;

high blood sugar--increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; or

possible signs of absorbing desonide topical through your skin--weight gain (especially in your face or your upper back and torso), slow wound healing, thinning or discolored skin, increased body hair, muscle weakness, nausea, diarrhea, tiredness, mood changes, menstrual changes, sexual changes.

Steroid medicine can affect growth in children. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medicine.

Common side effects of desonide topical may include:

stinging or burning of treated skin;

skin irritation, redness, itching, or hardening;

dry, scaly, or oily skin;

swelling in your hands or feet;

acne, stretch marks; or

redness or crusting around your hair follicles.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Desonide topical

You should not use desonide if you are allergic to it.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

any type of skin infection;

diabetes; or

a skin reaction to any steroid medicine.

It is not known whether desonide topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply desonide to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Some brands or forms of this medicine are for use only in adults 18 and over.

Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.

Relate drugs

How to use Desonide topical

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis:

Cream/ointment: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two to four times per day depending on the severity of the conditionDuration of therapy: 2 weeksComments:-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in two weeks.-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Eczema:

Usual Adult Dose for Atopic Dermatitis:

Foam, gel: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two times a day and rub in gently.Duration of therapy: 4 weeksComments:-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in four weeks.-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.Use: Treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Atopic Dermatitis:

3 months or older:Foam, gel: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two times a day and rub in gently.Duration of therapy: 4 weeksComments:-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in four weeks.-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.Use: Treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Desonide topical

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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