What is PDP desonide cream used for?

This medication contains a topical anti-inflammatory drug from the cortisone family (corticosteroid). Typically, it is used for inflammation and itching. It requires several days to take effect.

What is desonide 0. 05 cream used for?

Descriptions. Desonide topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions (eg, atopic dermatitis). This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).

Can I use desonide on my face?

Don’t use desonide (Desonate) on your face, underarms, or groin areas unless your provider tells you to do so, since side effects are more likely in those areas. Stop using this medication once your condition is under control.

Is desonide cream Safe?

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: stretch marks, skin thinning/discoloration, acne, excessive hair growth, hair bumps (folliculitis). Skin infections can become worse when using this medication.

Can I use Desonide on my face?

Is desonide cream harmful?

Is desonide safe?

Desonide (Desonate) can raise your risk of developing cataracts or glaucoma. While this is less likely with topical steroids than oral steroids, it is still possible. Make sure your provider knows if you have any issues with your vision or eyes before you start using this medication.

What are the side effects of desonide cream?

Side Effects

  • Blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin.
  • burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or soreness at the application site.
  • flushing or redness of the skin.
  • irritation.
  • itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin.
  • peeling of the skin.

Is desonide safe for face?

How fast does desonide cream work?

Your skin condition should improve during the first 2 weeks of your treatment with the cream, ointment, or lotion or during the first 4 weeks of your treatment with the gel or foam. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve during this time. Shake the lotion well before each use to mix the medication evenly.

Is desonide OK for face?

Is desonide a strong steroid?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Desonide reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. Desonide is a mild corticosteroid.