DesOwen (Desonide Cream, Ointment and Lotion) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Allergy Drugs: Prescription and OTC »

Allergy medications overview

The arsenal of allergy drugs includes dozens of medications that relieve allergy symptoms when confronted with a trigger known as an allergen. That trigger could be something from a plant, such as pollen, or something from an animal (pet dander, dust mites, cockroaches). Other allergy triggers include certain fragrances or chemical substances.

What causes a person's allergic reaction is highly individual. But the reactions are often universal: swelling and inflammation, especially around the eyes, nose, and throat, usually accompanied by itching.

Some allergy medications work against the effects of histamines, which are released during an allergic reaction. Other medications reduce swelling, affect the immune system, or affect release of other substances associated with allergic reactions.

Many allergy drugs are available without a prescription.

For what conditions are allergy medicatio...

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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Prescribing Information

For Patients

DesOwen (desonide cream, ointment and lotion) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. It is a topical (for the skin) steroid. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include burning, stinging, itching, irritation, dryness, or redness when first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication.

DesOwen cream, ointment or lotion should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Shake lotion well before using. It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied DesOwen. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you are taking. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. DesOwen should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk when applied to the skin. Similar medications pass into breast milk when taken by mouth. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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What is Prescribing information?

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DesOwen Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

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DesOwen® (desonide cream, ointment and lotion) Cream, Ointment and Lotion are low to medium potency corticosteroids indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses.

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What is DesOwen Prescribing Information?

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

DesOwen Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have severe irritation of any treated skin, or if you show signs of absorbing desonide topical through your skin, such as:

blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;
mood changes;
sleep problems (insomnia);
weight gain, puffiness in your face; or
muscle weakness, feeling tired.

Le...

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What is Consumer information?

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DesOwen Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Desonide reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. Desonide is a mild corticosteroid.

HOW TO USE: Use this medication only on the skin.

Shake the bottle well before using. Wash your hands. Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of medication to the affected area and gently rub in, usually 2-3 times daily, or as directed by your doctor. Do not bandage, wrap, or cover the area unless you...

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