Yes

Corticosteroid, Topical

Relieves inflammation and pruritic symptoms of corticosteroid-responsive dermatosis [medium to high potency topical corticosteroid]

C

Known hypersensitivity to desoximetasone, topical fungal infections, tuberculosis of skin herpes simplex

Use with caution in patients with impaired circulation; skin infections

<1%: Itching, dry skin, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, skin atrophy, striae, perioral dermatitis, hypopigmentation; local burning, irritation, miliaria; secondary infection

Symptoms of overdose include moon face, central obesity, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, peptic ulcer, increased susceptibility to infection, electrolyte and fluid imbalance, psychosis, hallucinations. When consumed in excessive quantities, systemic hypercorticism and adrenal suppression may occur; in those cases discontinuation and withdrawal of the corticosteroid should be done judiciously.

No data reported

Stimulates the synthesis of enzymes needed to decrease inflammation, suppress mitotic activity, and cause vasoconstriction; high potency, fluorinated topical corticosteroid

Topical:

Distribution: Only small amounts reach the systemic circulation or dermal layers

Desoximetasone is a potent fluorinated topical corticosteroid. All of the preparations are considered high potency. Therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved; if no improvement is seen, reassessment of diagnosis may be necessary.

Adults: Apply sparingly in a thin film twice daily

No information available to require special precautions

No effects or complications reported

A thin film of cream or ointment is effective, do not overuse; rub in lightly; do not use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on children being treated in the diaper area; use only as prescribed and for no longer than the period prescribed; avoid contact with eyes; notify physician if condition being treated persists or worsens

For external use only; apply sparingly to occlusive dressings; should not be used in the presence of open or weeping lesions

Topical:

Topicort®: 0.25% (15 g, 60 g, 120 g)

Topicort®-LP: 0.05% (15 g, 60 g)

Gel, topical: 0.05% (15 g, 60 g)

Ointment (Topicort®): 0.25% (15 g, 60 g)