Desowen 0.05% Lotion (Desonide 0.05%)

Desowen Lotion 30 ml belongs to the group of medicines known as topical corticosteroids used to treat skin problems that may cause redness, itching and swelling. It is generally prescribed in mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, and contact dermatitis.

Atopic dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and itchy. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition which causes itchy rash with flaky scales. Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red and inflamed after it comes in contact with any allergens (substance which causes allergy or irritation).

Desowen Lotion 30 ml works by getting absorbed into the skin cells and then stop these cells from producing certain chemicals that cause inflammation. These chemicals are normally released when the skin reacts to any type of allergens (allergy causing foreign elements).

Desowen Lotion 30 ml is for external use only. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. If Desowen Lotion 30 ml comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately. You are advised to use Desowen Lotion 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain 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.

To treat your condition effectually continue using Desowen Lotion 30 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml for more than 4 weeks unless prescribed by a doctor. Reducing stress, eating healthy food and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful. Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Desonide is a category C pregnancy drug, so consult your doctor before using Desowen Lotion 30 ml if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not apply Desowen Lotion 30 ml on chest if you are breast-feeding. Desowen Lotion 30 ml is not recommended for children below 3 months of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation.

Desowen Lotion 30 ml belongs to the group of medicines called as corticosteroids. Desowen Lotion 30 ml is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, skin rashes, skin irritation and skin inflammation. Desowen Lotion 30 ml works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body which cause allergy and inflammation (swelling and redness). Thereby, Desowen Lotion 30 ml helps to treat redness, itching, irritation, and inflammation.

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Desowen Lotion 30 ml is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in.Do not use Desowen Lotion 30 ml on dressing, band-aids and make-up unless told by the doctor.If Desowen Lotion 30 ml comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately.Wash your hands before and after using Desowen Lotion 30 ml, however do not wash your hands if you are applying Desowen Lotion 30 ml on hands.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Like all medicines, Desowen Lotion 30 ml can also causes side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application are the common side-effects of Desowen Lotion 30 ml. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.