No

Corticosteroid, Topical

Relieves inflammation and pruritic symptoms of corticosteroid-responsive dermatosis (high to very high potency topical corticosteroid)

Psorcon™: Very high potency topical corticosteroid

C

Known hypersensitivity to diflorasone

Use with caution in patients with impaired circulation; skin infections

<1%: Itching, folliculitis, maceration, burning, dryness, muscle atrophy, arthralgia, 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

Decreases inflammation by suppression of migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability

Absorption: Topical: Negligible, around 1% reaches dermal layers or systemic circulation; occlusive dressings increase absorption percutaneously

Metabolism: Primarily in the liver

Topical: Apply ointment sparingly 1-3 times/day; apply cream sparingly 2-4 times/day. Therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved; if no improvement is seen, reassessment of diagnosis may be necessary.

No information available to require special precautions

No effects or complications reported

A thin film of cream or ointment is effective; do not overuse; 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; apply sparingly in light film; rub in lightly; avoid contact with eyes; notify physician if condition being treated persists or worsens

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

Cream, as diacetate: 0.05% (15 g, 30 g, 60 g)

Ointment, topical, as diacetate: 0.05% (15 g, 30 g, 60 g)