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DESONIDE-0.05%W/W
TOPICAL
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Apr-24
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India
Other Info - DES0227

FAQs

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body, which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.
Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm should not be used for more than four weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm for four weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Please do not stop using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on your own. To treat your condition effectually, continue using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm.
Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm can be used on the face if prescribed by the doctor. However, do not apply Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm directly on the face. Take the required quantity of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm onto your finger and gently massage it onto the affected areas of your face.
Do not use Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm after expiry. Expiry refers to the last date that the manufacturer guarantees the full potency and safety of the drug. Check the expiry date from time to time and properly discard Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm after expiry.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is a Pregnancy Category C medicine. There are no adequate studies on the effect of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on pregnancy. Hence, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Do not apply Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on the breast or nipple if you are a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm does not affect driving.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding usage of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding usage of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is safe to use in children if prescribed by the doctor. However, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm should not be used in children below three months.

About Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm belongs to the group of medicines known as topical corticosteroids used to treat skin problems such as redness, itching and swelling. It is generally prescribed for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis.

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm contains 'Desonide' that works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.

In some cases, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm may cause common side-effects such as skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not use Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm for more than 4 weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. Do not use Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on the chest if you are breastfeeding. Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is not recommended for children below 3 months of age as efficacy and safety have not been established.

Uses of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm

Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation.

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Medicinal Benefits

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation. Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.

Directions for Use

Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area. Apply Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm onto the affected area and gently massage it in.

Side Effects of Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm

  • Skin peeling
  • Dryness
  • Burning sensation
  • Irritation
  • Stinging sensation
  • Itching
  • Redness

Drug Warnings

Hormonal changes were reported if Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is used regularly and at very high doses. It can alter adrenal glands (glands that make hormones) and can cause Cushing’s syndrome. Symptoms include a round puffy face, weight gain, hump on the back, and pink/purple stretch marks on the stomach, tiredness, muscle weakness, and weight loss. Besides this, Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm may also cause symptoms of skin irritations like skin rash, itchy skin, swelling, blisters, and irritation. Contact your doctor if you notice these symptoms. Do not use Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm if you are allergic to any of its components or any other topical steroids. If your skin condition does not improve even after four weeks consult your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on the breast or nipple if you are breastfeeding. Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm is not recommended for children below three months of age as efficacy and safety have not been established.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METFORMIN
  • HYDROCORTISONE
  • CYCLOSPORINE

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Clean and dry the affected area before using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm.
  • Do not use Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on dressing, band-aids and make-up unless told by the doctor.
  • If Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately.
  • Wash your hands before and after using Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm; however, do not wash your hands if you are applying Desomild 0.05% Cream 10 gm on your hands.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid) such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps develop the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar as it may flare up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and fish in your diet.
  • Reducing stress and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents and rough fabrics.

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