Desowen Cream

Manufacturer : Galderma India Pvt Ltd

Medicine Composition : Desonide

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Desowen Cream

This cream is a topical corticosteroid that helps to reduce skin inflammation and irritation caused by certain mild to severe skin conditions. Rub and massage the cream on the affected area of skin gently till the cream has been spread evenly.

Wash your hands immediately after applying this. Be careful not to cover the area up with bandages unless specified by the doctor. You may experience a faint and mild burning sensation when you apply the cream.

What are the uses of Desowen Cream

Corticosteroid-Responsive Dermatoses

What are the contraindications of Desowen Cream ?

Allergy

What are the side effects of Desowen Cream ?

Dry Or Scaly Skin
Skin Rash
Burning Or Stinging Sensation At Application Site
Acne
Application Site Irritation
Application Site Redness

Key highlights of Desowen Cream

Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

What are the substitutes for Desowen Cream ?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Desowen Cream , and hence can be used as its substitute.

Desosoft Cream
KLM Laboratories Pvt Ltd

What are the dosage instructions?

Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions? A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected

How does this medication work?

This cream is a topical corticosteroid, which acts as an anti-inflammatory drug. The mechanism of action for this drug is still not well understood, although the mechanism for similar drugs taken orally is known.

What are the interactions of Desowen Cream ?

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

Interaction with Medicine

This medication interacts with Antidiabetic drugs and BCG vaccine.
Interaction with Disease

This medication interacts with Diabetes, Diaper rash, Hyperadrenocorticism, Infections, and Ocular Toxicities.

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