Desowen 0.05% Tube Of 10gm Cream

• Stinging, burning, irritation, peeling, dryness, and itching sensation on the skin
• Redness of the skin
• Acne and/or tiny red bumps or rash around the mouth
• Small white or red bumps on the skin
• Skin discolouration
• There are some of the side-effects that are rare but may require doctor attention Severe skin rash, redness, pus formation and pain

Other General Warnings

• You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
• You are breastfeeding.
• You are preparing for any surgery.
• You are allergic to any active or other ingredients in the cream.
• You have diabetes and are taking medications for it.
• You have elevated levels of the hormone cortisol (Cushing's syndrome, which exhibits symptoms of weight gain, particularly in the stomach and back, fat deposits in the body, thinning skin, weakness, tiredness, hair loss, swelling in the face, and increased blood sugar levels) or are experiencing any of the aforementioned symptoms.
• You notice the appearance of purple, red, or brown skin blotches, as prolonged use of this cream may lead to a type of skin cancer known as Kaposi's sarcoma, which presents with the symptoms mentioned.
• You are suffering from any liver-related disease.

• Use this medicine as directed by your doctor.
• For external use only. Apply it on a healthy skin surface, free from cuts and wounds.
• Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
• In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

Overdose

• High dose or long-term use may make your skin thin, easy to bruise, hormonal changes like increased facial hair, acne, menstrual problems and loss of interest in sexual activity in some cases.
• As this cream is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely.
• However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

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Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use with medicines used to treat high blood sugar levels (Diabetes) should be done under expert guidance with caution as the active ingredient desonide gets absorbed into the body it is known to increase the blood sugar levels by decreasing the action of insulin.
• This medicine should be used with caution if you are on the following medication oral corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), other topical corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone), drugs that suppress the immune system (e.g., cyclosporine) as it may worsen the effects of Desowen cream.
• Since this cream is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines.
• However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.

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