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Diflorasone Diacetate
Latest prescription information about Diflorasone Diacetate. 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 : Diflorasone Diacetate
Pronunciation : dye-FLOR-a-sone die-ASS-eh-tate
Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents- Topical
ICD Code : Y56.0
Trade Name(s): International- ApexiCon E. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a topical corticosteroid, prescribed for inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of skin. It works by reducing skin inflammation. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Topical- Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1 to 3 times per day. How it should be taken : It comes as cream to apply topically, as directed by your physician. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of acne-like rash, measles, inflammation of the skin around the mouth, thinning skin, skin infection, or chickenpox, recent vaccination, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * For external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Side Effects : Most Common - Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, skin inflammation, pimples, eruptions, low pigmentation, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, scar, stripes or lines. * Avoid excess and long-term use of this medication. Storage Conditions : Store it at controlled room temperature (20° - 25°C). |
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