Description
What is Desonide 0.05% Cream/Gel/Lotion
Desonide 0.05% comes in three different formulations – cream, gel, and lotion. All the products made by reputable manufacturers Glenmark, Galderma, and Curatio. Desonide is a mild anti-inflammatory solution, usually prescribed for atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis in both adults and children. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching. Desonide 0.05% cream is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Desonide reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions.
How to use Desonide 0.05% Cream/Gel/Lotion
Desonide 0.05% cream should be applied on the affected areas as a thin layer two times daily depending on the severity of the condition. It comes as a lotion, gel, cream, and ointment to apply topically. Wash your hands. Before applying the Desonide 0.05% topically, clean, and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of the Desonide 0.05% cream to the affected area and gently rub in, usually 2-3 times daily, or as directed by your dermatologist. Do not bandage, wrap, or cover the area unless you are instructed to do so by your dermatologist.
When not to use Desonide 0.05% Cream/Gel/Lotion
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to desonide or any other inactive ingredients present along with it. It is not recommended for use in pregnant or/and breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Harriet –
I’m from the Philippines and this cream has been recommended by the pediatrician of my 3 weeks old daughter who had skin allergy/eczema possibly of the mussels I ate and passed it on her through my breastmilk since I’m exclusively breastfeeding. After she took a bath, I applied a very small amount on the affected area (both arms) which she reacted a little bit too since this ointment can have a mild burning sensation, after a few minutes the oozing area was dry and the redness was fading. I’m very glad this ointment is effective since it’s quite expensive for our region.
Best Mom –
My daughter got eczema on her face at 10 months old. It was miss diagnosed until she was 12 months old. And by then she had huge basically open sores on 3 parts of her face. As soon as we were prescribed desonide her face cleared up within the week. And has stayed clear for over 6 months. The delivery took 4 weeks from the okdermo, it is quite long timeframe for such a sensitive medicateion!
Anita Kiote –
This has been my silver bullet medication for dermatitis. I recently got a rash on my inside elbow. After the doc prescribed betamethasone, it got worse; so, a dermatologist prescribed triamcinolone acetonide. This didn’t do much, but it went back to its original redness (not bright red). After a few days of this & itching, I got fed up and pulled out an old prescription for Desonide Dosetil gel. Even though my rash was a dry rash, I put it on and it helped finally! The rash went from red to pink. After the 2nd dose, it went from pink to skin color and the itching stopped. I used the other ointment to coddle it along until it was gone. Thank you okdermo for an affordable substitute to an expensive brand!
Lashae B. –
I had a rash mostly on my forehead and some around the nose. It itched a little but was not going away. Finally went to the dermatologist and she prescribed desonide to be applied twice a day, within 2 days I have noticed a great improvement, the rash is fading. Still don’t know the cause but am happy this is working! the best price I could find with the delivery to the US is okdermo, awesome!