Desonide Topical Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 24, 2022.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.05%; 0.05% with emollients
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis
Cream/ointment: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two to four times per day depending on the severity of the condition
Duration of therapy: 2 weeks
Comments:
-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.
-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in two weeks.
-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses
Usual Adult Dose for Eczema
Cream/ointment: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two to four times per day depending on the severity of the condition
Duration of therapy: 2 weeks
Comments:
-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.
-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in two weeks.
-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses
Usual Adult Dose for Atopic Dermatitis
Foam, gel: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two times a day and rub in gently.
Duration of therapy: 4 weeks
Comments:
-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.
-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in four weeks.
-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Use: Treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis
Usual Pediatric Dose for Atopic Dermatitis
3 months or older:
Foam, gel: Apply a thin film to the affected areas two times a day and rub in gently.
Duration of therapy: 4 weeks
Comments:
-Treatment should be discontinued when control is achieved.
-Reassessment of diagnosis may be needed, if no improvement is observed in four weeks.
-This topical drug should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Use: Treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
-Hypersensitivity to any component
Foam/gel: Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 3 months.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
-Shake lotion well before using.
-This drug is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
Patient advice:
-Report any visual symptoms to your healthcare provider.
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