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About Desoint Cream

DESONIDE belongs to the group of medicines known as topical corticosteroids used to treat skin problems that may cause redness, itching, and swelling. It is generally prescribed for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis.

Atopic dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and itchy. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that causes an itchy rash with flaky scales. Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and inflamed after it comes in contact with any allergens (the substance that causes allergy or irritation).

DESONIDE works by getting absorbed into the skin cells and then stopping these cells from producing certain chemicals that cause inflammation. These chemicals are normally released when the skin reacts to any type of allergens (allergy-causing foreign elements).

DESONIDE is for external use only. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. If DESONIDE comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. You are advised to use DESONIDE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually continue using DESONIDE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use DESONIDE for more than 4 weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. Reducing stress, eating healthy food, and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful. Do not use DESONIDE if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Desonide is a category C pregnancy drug, so consult your doctor before using DESONIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply DESONIDE on the chest if you are breastfeeding. DESONIDE is not recommended for children below 3 months of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

Uses of Desoint Cream

Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation, and skin inflammation.

Medicinal Benefits of Desoint Cream

DESONIDE belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. DESONIDE is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation, and skin inflammation. DESONIDE works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, DESONIDE helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.

Directions for Use

DESONIDE is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. Do not use DESONIDE on dressing, band-aids, and make-up unless told by the doctor. If DESONIDE comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. Wash your hands before and after using DESONIDE, however, do not wash your hands if you are applying DESONIDE on your hands.

Side Effects of Desoint Cream

Like all medicines, DESONIDE can also cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them. Skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application are the common side-effects of DESONIDE. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Hormonal changes may be reported if DESONIDE is used regularly and at very high doses. It can alter your adrenal glands (glands that make hormones located above kidneys) and can cause Cushing’s syndrome. Symptoms of which include a round puffy face, weight gain, a hump on the back, pink/purple stretch marks on the stomach, tiredness, muscle weakness, and weight loss. Besides this, DESONIDE may also cause symptoms of skin irritations like skin rash, itchy skin, swelling, blisters, and irritation. If your condition gets worse, immediately stop taking DESONIDE and contact your doctor. Do not take DESONIDE if you are allergic to DESONIDE or any other topical steroids. If your skin condition does not improve even after four weeks consult your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney, or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using DESONIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply DESONIDE on the breast or nipple if you are breastfeeding. DESONIDE is not recommended for children below three months of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

DESONIDE may interact with antidiabetic pills (metformin), skin disease creams (hydrocortisone), and immune system-affecting medicine (cyclosporine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DESONIDE should not be given to patients with diabetes, people highly sensitive to diaper rash, skin infections, eye toxicity, hyperadrenocorticism (high levels of cortisol), and adrenaline hormone problems (Cushing's syndrome)

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• It is not known whether DESONIDE interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

 

PREGNANCY

DESONIDE is a Pregnancy Category C medicine. There are no adequate studies on the effect of DESONIDE on pregnancy. Hence, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

Do not apply DESONIDE on the breast or nipple if you are a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether DESONIDE can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

DESONIDE does not affect driving.

LIVER

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of DESONIDE in patients with liver impairment.

KIDNEY

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of DESONIDE in patients with kidney impairment.