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It is available as a generic drug and a brand-name drug.
Desonide comes in five topical forms (applied to the skin). These forms are cream, lotion, ointment, gel, and foam.
Desonide is a corticosteroid . It treats skin problems that can cause itching, redness, and swelling.
Brand: Dessen.
Important warnings
Hormonal changes warning: If this drug is used regularly and in high doses, it may cause changes in the adrenal glands (glands that make hormones).
This can cause conditions like Cushing’s syndrome. Symptoms include a round face, weight gain in the center of your body, a hump on your back, and pink or purple stretch marks on your stomach, thighs, arms, and chest.
Hormonal changes can also cause adrenal insufficiency. Symptoms can include tiredness, muscle weakness, and weight loss.
Skin irritation warning: If you are taking this medicine and develop a rash, itchy skin, swelling, blisters, irritation, or if your problem worsens, call your doctor. You may need to stop taking this medicine.
This drug comes with several warnings.
Allergy warning
Desonide can cause a severe allergic reaction. Symptoms can include:
- Acne.
- Itching or hives.
- Swelling.
Do not use this medicine again if you have ever had an allergic reaction.
Warning for people with a skin infection
When you start desonide treatment, your doctor may prescribe a topical antibiotic or antifungal if you have a skin infection. If the condition does not clear up well with this treatment, you may need to stop using desonide until the infection clears.
Warning for children
The safety and efficacy of desonide have not been established in people younger than 18.
Contact warning
This medicine can be transferred to other people if they touch the treated skin. Talk to your doctor about what you should do to prevent this from happening.
Mechanism of action
Topical corticosteroids are absorbed into skin cells. They stop these cells from making certain chemicals that cause inflammation. These chemicals are typically released when the skin reacts to irritation or allergens (substances that cause an allergic reaction).
Desonide side effects
Most common side effects
Reactions on the treated skin. Symptoms can include:
- Redness.
- Stinging.
- Irritation.
- Eruption.
- Worsening of the condition.
- Itch.
- Swelling.
- Dryness or peeling.
Serious side effects
Infection. Symptoms can include:
- Fever.
- Throat pain.
- To.
Rash. Symptoms can include:
- Painful blisters.
- Itching or an itchy feeling on your skin.
Other changes in the treated skin. Symptoms can include:
- Loss of skin color.
- Thinning of your skin.
- Spider veins (tiny blood vessels that can be seen through your skin).
- Swelling of your face, lips, or tongue.
Management
Dosage for adults (over 18 years)
Apply a thin layer of desonide cream to the affected area twice a day.
Child dosage (0-17 years)
Desonide cream has not been confirmed safe and effective for people under 18 years of age.
Take as directed
Desonide is used for short-term treatments. It comes with risks if you don’t take it as prescribed.
If you take too much, you could have dangerous drug levels in your body. Symptoms of an overdose of this drug may include:
- Fatigue.
- Depression.
- Anxiety.
- Hungry.
- Excessive sweating
- Frequent bruising
- Trouble sleeping
Self-management
If you cover the affected skin with a bandage, use something light that allows air and water to enter, such as gauze.
Desonide Cream is for use on the skin only. Keep it out of your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina.
If your condition does not improve after two weeks, tell your doctor. Your doctor may stop your treatment.
