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Description
DesoSoft Cream is a topical medicine that consists of Desonide. It is used to treat swelling and itching associated with various skin conditions like eczema (thick, dry, and itchy skin), psoriasis (dry and itchy skin with scaly patches), dermatitis (skin irritation), etc. DesoSoft Cream works by blocking the action of certain substances that cause swelling, redness, and itching.
DesoSoft Cream may cause some side effects such as stinging, burning sensation, itching, irritation, dryness, or redness at the site of application. These side effects are usually mild and may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it.
DesoSoft Cream is meant for external use only. Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, mouth, and open wounds. Wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact. Do not apply more than the prescribed quantity of this medicine.
DesoSoft Cream may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (an eye condition with abnormally high pressure inside the eye that may eventually lead to blindness) or active viral, bacterial, or fungal infections before starting the treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for DesoSoft Cream
Dosetil Cream
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
DesoADD Cream
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Desoint Cream
Mylan Pharmaceuticals
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for DesoSoft Cream
Burning, itching, and irritation of the skin
Skin Rash
Uses of DesoSoft Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Steroid-responsive Dermatoses
Dermatoses is a broad term used to describe skin conditions such as lesions or any skin defects. Steroid responsive dermatoses are those skin conditions that show a positive response towards a class of medication known as steroids. It includes skin conditions such as eczema (thick, dry and itchy skin), psoriasis (itchy skin with red scaly patches), dermatitis (skin irritation), etc. DesoSoft Cream is used to treat steroid-responsive skin conditions.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for DesoSoft Cream to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which DesoSoft Cream remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendencies were reported for DesoSoft Cream.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of relevant safety data, DesoSoft Cream is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Due to the lack of relevant safety data, DesoSoft Cream is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using DesoSoft Cream if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of relevant safety data, DesoSoft Cream is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of relevant safety data, DesoSoft Cream is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Infections
DesoSoft Cream is not recommended for use if you have bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections. This medicine is not effective in treating such conditions. Hence, inform your doctor if you have an active skin infection or develop an infection during treatment with this medicine.
External use
DesoSoft Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Other medicines
DesoSoft Cream may interact with other topical medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform the doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of DesoSoft Cream as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of DesoSoft Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Hyperadrenocorticism
Hyperadrenocorticism is a condition caused due to excess cortisol hormone levels in your body. DesoSoft Cream should be used with caution as it may cause or aggravate hyperadrenocorticism if this medicine gets absorbed into your body. It may depend on the concentration of the medication, the size of the application area, treatment duration, and use of dressings. Hence, avoid the use of this medicine for a prolonged period.
Diabetes Mellitus
Prolonged use of DesoSoft Cream in large doses may lead to the absorption of this medicine in your body, which can alter the blood sugar levels. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels).
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Apply a thin layer of DesoSoft Cream to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert.
Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Avoid covering the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse after two weeks of use.
Miscelleneous
How it works
DesoSoft Cream works by blocking the action of chemical substances that cause swelling, redness, and itching
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical steroids
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Jan 2022
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