Desonide (Desonate) currently requires a prescription from your provider.
The only topical steroid that is available over-the-counter (OTC) is hydrocortisone
, but it is a mild form and may not work as well as desonide (Desonate) or other prescription-only steroids. Can desonide (Desonate) cause acne?
Do you need a prescription for desonide cream?
Desonide is
a prescription drug
. It comes in five forms, all of which are topical (applied to the skin). These forms are cream, lotion, ointment, gel, and foam. Desonide topical cream is available as the brand-name drug DesOwen Cream.
Is there a generic for desonide cream?
Desonide topical cream is
available as a generic drug
and a brand-name drug. Brand name: DesOwen.
Is Desonide the same as hydrocortisone?
Desonide is a
topical corticosteroid
that is commonly prescribed to treat eczema (atopic dermatitis). It’s one of the lower-strength options when it comes to common topical steroid medications, just a step stronger than over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream.
What is desonide cream .05 used for?
Desonide is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions, including
psoriasis
(a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body and eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes).
How long can I use desonide?
This medicine should not be used to treat certain kinds of skin infections or conditions, such as severe burns. Do not use the topical gel on the groin or underarms unless directed to do so by your doctor, and do not use this form for
more than 4 weeks
.
How much stronger is desonide than hydrocortisone?
Conclusion: Desonide ointment showed greater efficacy, produced more rapid improvement, and demonstrated an equivalent cutaneous safety profile when compared with
1%
hydrocortisone ointment for up to 6 months.
Which steroid cream is strongest over-the-counter?
The strength of the products range from 0.1% (1mg of hydrocortisone in each gram) to 2.5% (25mg of hydrocortisone in each gram). Pharmacies sell hydrocortisone skin cream up to a maximum 1% strength. There is a stronger hydrocortisone cream called
hydrocortisone butyrate
. This is only available with a prescription.
What is stronger than hydrocortisone cream?
Betamethasone
is generally recommended when other prescription drugs or over-the-counter topicals, including hydrocortisone cream, do not relieve symptoms effectively. Some types of betamethasone are up to 600 times as potent as hydrocortisone.
Is desonide a steroid cream?
Desonide topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions (eg, atopic dermatitis). This medicine is
a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid)
.
Which is stronger desonide or triamcinolone?
Clobetasol is a potent steroid,
triamcinolone 0.1%
is midstrength, and desonide is lower-potency. Clobetasol and triamcinolone 0.1% are generally utilized for skin disease on the body, whereas desonide is the appropriate choice for skin disorders on the face, groin, axillae, and breasts.
How strong is desonide cream?
Desonide cream,
0.05%
and desonide ointment, 0.05% are low potency corticosteroids indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses
Is desonide cream good for?
Desonide is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions, including
psoriasis
(a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body and eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes).
Can I put desonide on my lips?
Do not take by mouth
. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth.
Can you use desonide cream after expiration date?
Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date
.
