Desowen Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Desonide

Indications/Uses

Relief of inflammatory & pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply bd-tds.

Special Precautions

Avoid contact w/ eyes; pregnancy & lactation; childn; prolonged use.

Adverse Reactions

Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae & miliaria.

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MIMS Class

Topical Corticosteroids

ATC Classification

D07AB08 - desonide ; Belongs to the class of moderately potent (group II) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

Regulatory Classification

P₁S₁S₃

Presentation/Packing

Form

Desowen lotion 0.05 %

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's

Desowen

desonide

Manufacturer:

Galderma

Distributor:

DCH Auriga - Healthcare