Desonate

Desonide topical What kind of medication is this? Steroid medication is what DESONIDE is. It stops the release of inflammatory molecules in the body that would otherwise be caused by them. Desonide topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and irritation caused by a range of skin disorders including allergic responses, eczema, and psoriasis. This medication is applied directly to the affected area of the skin. There are a variety of additional applications for desonide topical that are not included in this medicine reference. Before I start using this medication, what should I discuss with my health care providers? If you have an allergy to desonide, you should not use the topical form of the medication. If you have any kind of skin illness, you should let your doctor know so that they can determine whether or not desonide topical is safe for you to use. If you also suffer from diabetes, make sure to mention it to your doctor. It is possible for the levels of glucose (sugar) in your blood or urine to increase when you use steroid medications. It's possible that the dosage of your diabetic medication has to be adjusted as well. FDA pregnancy category C. There is insufficient evidence to determine whether or not desonide topical is harmful to an unborn child. When you are taking this medication, you should inform your doctor if you are pregnant or if you intend to become pregnant in the near future. It is unknown whether or not desonide topical goes into breast milk or whether or not it might be harmful to a baby who is being breastfed. If you are breastfeeding a child, you should let your doctor know about it. The topical formulation of desonide is not permitted for use by anybody under the age of 18 years old. It is possible for higher doses of this prescription to be absorbed through the skin in children, making them more susceptible to the drug's adverse effects. What is the correct way to take this medication? In most cases, the treatment needs to be administered two or three times daily. Always make sure to follow all of the instructions on the label of your medication. This drug should not be used in bigger or lesser dosages, nor should it be taken for a longer period of time than is indicated. Do not take this medication by mouth. Only apply the topical form of desonide to the affected area of skin. If you are not using the desonide topical to treat the skin on your hands, you should wash your hands both before and after applying the medication to your skin. Apply a tiny quantity to the afflicted region and gently rub it into the skin until it is fully absorbed. It is not recommended to apply topical desonide across a big region of skin. Unless instructed otherwise by your doctor, you should not cover the region of skin that has been treated. Regular use of desonide topical will provide the best results in achieving your goals. It is important that you have the prescription for your medicine renewed before you run out completely. If after two weeks of therapy your skin condition has not improved or if it has become worse while you are taking desonide topical, you should consult your primary care physician. If you use this medication for an extended period of time, your primary care physician may want to examine you more frequently. What should I do if I forget a dose? As soon as you realize you missed a dosage, it should be administered as normal. If it is almost time for your next dosage, you should skip the dose you missed. It is not safe to take more medication in an attempt to make up for a missed dosage. What other substances could react with this medication? Whether you take other medications orally or inject them, it is quite unlikely that they will have an effect on topically administered desonide. Yet, many different medications might have an effect on one another. Inform each of your health care providers about any and all medications you use, whether they are prescribed to you or purchased over the counter, as well as any vitamins or herbal supplements you take. What potential negative reactions may I have to this medication? If you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, you should seek immediate medical attention: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck. Steroid medication that is applied directly to the skin has the potential to be absorbed through the skin, which might result in systemic adverse effects. If you experience any of the following side effects while taking desonide topical: impaired vision, seeing halos around lights; irregular heartbeats; trouble sleeping (insomnia); weight gain; puffiness in your face; or feeling weary all the time. Call your doctor right once. Desonide topical treatment should be discontinued immediately if any of the following symptoms are present: significant skin redness where the drug was administered; evidence of skin infection (swelling, redness, warmtth, oozing). The following are examples of common adverse reactions that may occur: stinging or burning sensations on the treated skin; itching or irritation of the skin; dry, scaly or peeling skin; acne, skin rash; stretch marks; lighter coloration of the treated skin; or folliculitis (redness or crusting around your hair follicles). This list of potential adverse effects is not exhaustive; additional symptoms may also surface. What side effects should I be on the lookout for when using this medication? It is important to keep this medication away from your eyes. If you do come into touch with it, wash it off with water. Desonide topical should not be applied to skin that is damaged or diseased. You should also avoid applying this medication to wounds that are already open. Desonide topical should not be used to treat any problem that has not been evaluated by your primary care physician. Where should I store this prescription medication? Keep at room temperature and away from heat and moisture when storing.