Desowen Cream 0.05% (10 gm)

Warning

Side Effects

Most side effects do not necessitate medical attention and subside as the body adjusts to the medication. Consult your physician if the side effects persists or if they cause you concern.

Here are a few side effects of Desonide:

• Rash
• Sweating
• Pustular rash
• Itching
• Hair follicle inflammation
• Pain
• Peripheral edema
• Irritation
• Burning sensation
• Erythema (skin redness)

Interactions

An interaction is a reaction between two (or more) drugs or between medicine, food, 

beverage, or supplement. Taking medicine while having certain medical conditions can also cause drug interaction. 

Disease Interactions

Here are a few disease interactions of Desowen cream:

• Hyperadrenocorticism: A condition resulting from elevated cortisol levels in the body. If absorbed into the body, Desowen Cream .05% may induce or exacerbate Hyperadrenocorticism.
• Diabetes mellitus: Long-term use of Desowen Cream with 0.05% Desonide in high doses may result in the absorption of this medication into the body, which may affect blood sugar levels. Therefore, those with diabetes should exercise caution when taking this medication.

Drug Interactions

Desonide may interact with the following medicines:

• Oral Corticosteroids (such as Prednisone)
• Topical Corticosteroids (such as Hydrocortisone)
• Immunosuppressant medication

Precautions

Here are a few general warnings and precautions to adhere to while undergoing treatment:

• Missed Dose: Apply the dose of Desowen Cream you missed as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, skip the dose you missed. Do not administer a double dose to compensate for a missed dose
• Overdose: An overdose of Desowen Cream is unlikely to result in severe side effects unless it is applied for an extended period in large quantities. However, ingestion of this medication may be harmful, and you may require immediate medical attention
• Do not use this cream more frequently or for longer than prescribed
• Covering the treated skin area with airtight dressings, such as bandages, without a doctor’s approval may increase the risk of adverse effects
• If you suspect that the area of skin you are treating has become infected, you should immediately discontinue using the Desowen 0.05% Cream and consult a physician
• If you don’t see any improvement in your skin after four weeks of treatment, consult your doctor. Do not use Desonide Cream for longer than four weeks in a row
• Avoid contact with the eyes, open wounds or mucous membranes
• Desowen Cream 0.05% is not recommended if you have bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections

Storage

Store Desowen Cream .05% below 30 degrees. Keep the medicine away from children and pets.