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Desonil+Plus Ointment Side Effects

Generic name: desonide topical

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 17, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Desonil+Plus Ointment Side Effects associated with desonide topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Desonil+Plus Ointment.

Applies to desonide topical: topical application cream, topical application foam, topical application gel/jelly, topical application lotion, topical application ointment.

Other side effects

Some side effects of desonide topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

  • body aches or pain
  • chills
  • cough
  • difficulty with breathing
  • ear congestion
  • fever
  • headache
  • loss of voice
  • runny or stuffy nose
  • sneezing
  • sore throat
  • unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  • hoarseness
  • irritability
  • noisy breathing
  • tender, swollen glands in the neck
  • tightness in the chest
  • trouble with swallowing
  • voice changes

Incidence not known

  • acne or pimples
  • burning and itching of the skin with pinhead-sized red blisters
  • burning, itching, and pain in hairy areas, or pus at the root of the hair
  • lightening of normal skin color
  • lightening of treated areas of dark skin
  • reddish purple lines on the arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, desonide topical (the active ingredient contained in Desonil+Plus Ointment) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking desonide topical:

Less common

  • blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin
  • burning, itching, redness, skin rash, swelling, or soreness at the application site
  • flushing or redness of the skin
  • irritation
  • itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin
  • peeling of the skin
  • raised, dark red, wart-like spots on the skin, especially when used on the face
  • stinging and burning
  • unusually warm skin

Incidence not known

  • blindness
  • blurred vision or other change in vision
  • decreased vision
  • eye pain
  • headache
  • loss of vision
  • nausea
  • redness and scaling around the mouth
  • tearing
  • thinning of the skin with easy bruising, especially when used on the face or where the skin folds together (eg, between the fingers)
  • vomiting
Managing side effects (general information)

For healthcare professionals

Applies to desonide topical: compounding powder, topical cream, topical foam, topical gel, topical kit, topical lotion, topical ointment.

General

The most commonly reported side effects were headache, insomnia, impetigo, skin infection, and rash.[Ref]

Endocrine

Hypersensitivity

Dermatologic

Local

Other

Nervous system

Metabolic

References

1. (2001) "Product Information. Desowen (desonide topical)." Galderma Laboratories Inc

2. (2001) "Product Information. Tridesilon (desonide topical)." Bayer

3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

Frequently asked questions

Further information

Desonil+Plus Ointment side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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