Desoximetasone
RxNorm 197573· DESOXIMETASONE· TOPICAL
Corticosteroid [EPC] · Saptalis Pharmaceuticals, LLC.
Indications and usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Desoximetasone cream, USP 0.05% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Dosage and administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply a thin film of desoximetasone cream, USP 0.05% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.
Warnings
WARNINGS Keep out of reach of children.
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS Desoximetasone cream, USP 0.05% is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation
Adverse events
Most frequently reported events (FDA FAERS). Report frequency does not imply causation.
- drug ineffective9,884
- pain8,925
- fatigue8,783
- alopecia8,233
- rheumatoid arthritis8,189
- systemic lupus erythematosus8,095
- pemphigus7,856
- abdominal discomfort7,798
- glossodynia7,631
- swelling7,132
- hand deformity6,934
- rash6,834
- arthropathy6,774
- drug intolerance6,653
- wound6,466
- synovitis6,459
Adverse reactions (label)
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, and miliaria. In controlled clinical studies the incidence of adverse reactions was low (0.8%) for desoximetasone cream, USP 0.05% and included pruritus, erythrema, vesiculation,and burning sensation. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Saptalis Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 1-833-727-8254 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
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