Desowen Information

Desowen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Dermatitis. The alternative uses of Desowen have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Desowen. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Desowen include Cough, Pain or discomfort, Chills. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Desowen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Desowen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Desowen has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Desowen related warnings talks about Desowen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Desowen contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Desowen have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Desowen is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Desowen Benefits & Uses
Desowen Dosage & How to Take
Desowen Side Effects
Desowen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Desowen with Other Drugs
Desowen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Desowen
Desowen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Desowen Benefits & Uses

Desowen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Dermatitis

Other Benefits

Allergy
Itching
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)

Desowen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Desowen Related Warnings

Is the use of Desowen safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Desowen will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Desowen safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Desowen in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Desowen is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Desowen on the Kidneys?

Desowen does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Desowen on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Desowen on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Desowen on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Desowen for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Desowen with Other Drugs

Desowen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Mild

Acarbose

Empagliflozin

Insulin Aspart

Desowen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Desowen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Infections
Diabetes
Cataract
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Desowen

Is this Desowen habit forming or addictive?

Desowen is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Desowen will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Desowen is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Desowen for mental disorders.

No

Desowen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Desowen

It is safe to take Desowen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Desowen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Desowen with alcohol will be.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Desowen

Dosetil Cream - ₹148
Desoadd Cream - ₹150
Desowen Cream - ₹168
Desosoft Cream - ₹112
Desonide Cream - ₹201
Desotec Cream - ₹77
DESOMAG CREAM 15GM - ₹77
Dermanide Cream - ₹114

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Verdeso (desonide)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Desonate® (desonide)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Desowen (desonide)