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Desomod Cream works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body, which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomod Cream helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.
Desomod Cream should not be used for more than four weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using Desomod Cream for four weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Please do not stop using Desomod Cream on your own. To treat your condition effectually, continue using Desomod Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Desomod Cream.
Desomod Cream can be used on the face if prescribed by the doctor. However, do not apply Desomod Cream directly on the face. Take the required quantity of Desomod Cream onto your finger and gently massage it onto the affected areas of your face.
Do not use Desomod Cream after expiry. Expiry refers to the last date that the manufacturer guarantees the full potency and safety of the drug. Check the expiry date from time to time and properly discard Desomod Cream after expiry.
Alcohol
Caution
It is not known whether Desomod Cream interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Caution
Desomod Cream is a Pregnancy Category C medicine. There are no adequate studies on the effect of Desomod Cream on pregnancy. Hence, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Do not apply Desomod Cream on the breast or nipple if you are a nursing mother. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Desomod Cream can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Desomod Cream does not affect driving.
Liver
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding usage of Desomod Cream in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding usage of Desomod Cream in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Desomod Cream is safe to use in children if prescribed by the doctor. However, Desomod Cream should not be used in children below three months.
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About Desomod Cream
Desomod Cream belongs to the group of medicines known as topical corticosteroids used to treat skin problems such as redness, itching and swelling. It is generally prescribed for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis.
Desomod Cream contains 'Desonide' that works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomod Cream helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.
In some cases, Desomod Cream may cause common side-effects such as skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not use Desomod Cream for more than 4 weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. Do not use Desomod Cream if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using Desomod Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply Desomod Cream on the chest if you are breastfeeding. Desomod Cream is not recommended for children below 3 months of age as efficacy and safety have not been established.
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Desomod Cream belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. Desomod Cream is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation. Desomod Cream works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desomod Cream helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.
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Hormonal changes were reported if Desomod Cream is used regularly and at very high doses. It can alter adrenal glands (glands that make hormones) and can cause Cushing’s syndrome. Symptoms include a round puffy face, weight gain, hump on the back, and pink/purple stretch marks on the stomach, tiredness, muscle weakness, and weight loss. Besides this, Desomod Cream may also cause symptoms of skin irritations like skin rash, itchy skin, swelling, blisters, and irritation. Contact your doctor if you notice these symptoms. Do not use Desomod Cream if you are allergic to any of its components or any other topical steroids. If your skin condition does not improve even after four weeks consult your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before using Desomod Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not apply Desomod Cream on the breast or nipple if you are breastfeeding. Desomod Cream is not recommended for children below three months of age as efficacy and safety have not been established.
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