Desotop Gel 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Desotop Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Desotop Gel 0.05% Gel
Introduction
Desotop Gel is a topical steroid use for treatment of skin conditions with inflammation and itching. It provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area by inhibiting the release of substances that cause inflammation.
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Uses of Desotop Gel
Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Side effects of Desotop Gel
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Rash
How to use Desotop Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affe ... Show more
How Desotop Gel works
Desotop Gel 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.
Quick Tips
Desotop Gel 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 si ... Show more
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Desotop Gel 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 a ... Show more
Topical/Cutaneous
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses
Adult: Apply sparingly onto the affected areas 2-4 times/day.
Discontinue therapy when cont ... Show more
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to any of the components. Primary infective skin conditions.
Mode of Action
Desonide is a corticosteroid used mainly for its glucocorticoid activity in the treatment of various skin disorders.
Precaution
Caution when using in paed patients. Evaluate periodically for evidence of HPA-axis suppression. In the event of secondary infections use appropriate ... Show more
Side Effect
Burning, itching, irritation, scaling, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, contact dermatitis, skin peeling, transient erythema. Skin atrophy, Striae, Acnef ... Show more
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy
There are no available data on use in pregnant women to evaluate for a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse ... Show more
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