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Pronunciation ⬇

DESS-oh-nide

Classifications ⬆ ⬇

Therapeutic Classification: corticosteroids

Pharmacologic Classification: corticosteroids

Indications ⬆ ⬇

REMS

Action ⬆ ⬇

  • Suppresses normal immune response and inflammation.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Suppression of dermatologic inflammation and immune processes.

Pharmacokinetics ⬆ ⬇

Absorption: Minimal. Prolonged use on large surface areas or large amounts applied or use of occlusive dressings may increase systemic absorption.

Distribution: Remains primarily at site of action.

Metabolism/Excretion: Usually metabolized in skin; may have been modified to resist local metabolism and have a prolonged local effect.

Half-Life: Unknown.

Time/Action Profile ⬆ ⬇

(response depends on condition being treated)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
Topicalmin–hrshrs–dayshrs–days



Contraind./Precautions ⬆ ⬇

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects ⬆ ⬇

Derm: atrophy, allergic contact dermatitis, burning, dryness, edema, folliculitis, hypersensitivity reactions, hypertrichosis, hypopigmentation, irritation, maceration, miliaria, perioral dermatitis, secondary infection, striae

Endo: adrenal suppression (use of occlusive dressings, long-term therapy)

Interactions ⬆ ⬇

Drug-drug:

Route/Dosage ⬆ ⬇

Availability ⬆ ⬇

(Generic available)

Assessment ⬆ ⬇

Lab Test Considerations:

Implementation ⬆ ⬇

Patient/Family Teaching ⬆ ⬇

Evaluation/Desired Outcomes ⬆ ⬇

US Brand Names ⬆ ⬇

Desonate, DesOwen, Verdeso

Canadian Brand Names ⬆ ⬇

Desocort, Tridesilon

Code ⬆

NDC Code