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Desonide
Latest prescription information about Desonide. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Desonide
Pronunciation : DES-oh-nide
Therapeutic Classification : anti- inflammatory agents- topical
Trade Name(s):
International- Desowen, Tridesilon. This medication is a topical corticosteroid, prescribed for atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and contact dermatitis in both adults and children. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : It should be applied on the affected areas as a thin layer two or three times daily depending on the severity of the condition. How it should be taken : It comes as a lotion, gel, cream and ointment to apply topically. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of skin infections, cuts, scrapes, measles, tuberculosis, shingles, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * For external use only; avoid contact with eyes, nose and mouth. * Avoid excess dosage. Side Effects : Local- Stinging, burning, irritation, skin inflammation, redness of the skin, condition worsened, peeling of skin, itching and dryness/scaliness. * Serious side effects may occur if too much cream is absorbed through the skin. Storage Conditions : Store between 15° and 30° C. |
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