Desoft 0.05% Cream

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Composition FOR Desoft 0.05% w/w Cream

Desonide(0.05% w/w)

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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Desoft 0.05% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Desoft 0.05% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established

SALT INFORMATION FOR Desoft 0.05% w/w Cream

Desonide(0.05% w/w)

Desoft cream uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.

How desoft cream works

Desoft 0.05% Cream is a mild to moderate strength steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy.

Common side effects of desoft cream

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Rash

SUBSTITUTES FOR Desoft Cream

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Expert advice FOR Desoft Cream

  • Desonide is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
  • It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
  • Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
  • If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Desonide and consult your doctor.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after four weeks of treatment. Do not use it for more than 4 consecutive weeks at a time.

Frequently asked questions FOR Desoft 0.05% w/w Cream

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Q. Is Desoft 0.05% Cream safe for babies?
No, Desoft 0.05% Cream is not safe for babies. It is a corticosteroid and is not approved to be used in children less than 3 months of age. In babies, the absorption of Desoft 0.05% Cream is greater as compared to adults which might lead to systemic absorption (absorbed throughout the body) and effects like Adrenal (glands producing steroids) suppression, symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome, high blood sugar, facial swelling, glycosuria (excretion of glucose in urine), withdrawal (weakness, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain), and growth retardation in children.
Q. Does Desoft 0.05% Cream cause skin irritation?
Yes, Desoft 0.05% Cream can cause skin irritation. Though the chances are rare, the irritation can be due to the hypersensitivity of the person towards the medication or any added excipient of the drug. Allergy to corticosteroids may generally appear as inability of the wounds to heal. If symptoms like these appear, then consult your doctor immediately after discontinuing the medicine. The doctor will start appropriate therapy accordingly.
Q. What is Desoft 0.05% Cream used for?
It is a steroid which is used on the skin to treat mild or moderate atopic dermatitis in patients aged 3 months or more. It suppresses your immunity and associated inflammation, thereby relieving inflammatory conditions. Long-term usage should be avoided and do consult your physician before the start of therapy or in case of any skin reaction. Also, you must consult your physician in case your symptoms do not improve with the medication.
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Q. Is Desoft 0.05% Cream available over the counter drug?
No, it is not an over the counter drug. Therefore, you cannot buy this medicine without a prescription. It is a corticosteroid and it suppresses your immunity and also has numerous metabolic side effects hence is not recommended for a long period. Moreover, you should take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can Desoft 0.05% Cream be used on the face?
Yes, Desoft 0.05% Cream can be applied on the face but with certain precautions. Do not directly apply it on the face. If it is in foam form, dispense it on your hands first and gently massage over the affected areas of the face. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes or other mucous membranes. Wash your hands after use. Use this medicine exactly as advised by the doctor. Do consult your physician before the start of therapy.

Content on this page was last updated on 01 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)