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Overview
DIFLORASONE DIACETATE is a Schedule H drug.Diflorasone is a prescription medication used to treat various skin conditions that cause swelling, itching, redness, dryness, crusting, and scaling. Diflorasone belongs to a group of drugs called topical corticosteroids. These work by blocking certain factors involved in inflammation.This medication comes in a topical cream and ointment to be applied on the skin and is usually applied twice a day.
Usage
DIFLORASONE DIACETATE is generally used to treat: Dry Skin, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Allergic Skin DiseaseFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
Route of Administration: Topical (Local Application)Precautions
- It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child at regular visits for any unwanted effects that may be caused by this medicine.
- If your or your child’s symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Using too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time.
- Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor right away if you or your child have a burning, stinging,or irritation on the skin.
- Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas.
- Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to.
- When treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers.
- Wash your hands before and after using diflorasone topical, unless you are using the medicine on your hands.
Disease Interactions
DIFLORASONE DIACETATE can interfere with: Diabetes Mellitus, Diaper Rash, Hyperadrenalism, Acute Liver Failure, Bacterial Infection, Protozoal Infection, Fungal Infection, Cataract, GlaucomaTechnical Classification
DIFLORASONE DIACETATE is categorized as: TOPICAL STEROIDS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with DIFLORASONE DIACETATE as Ingredient
DIFLORATE 0.05% CRM | DIFLORASONE DIACETATE 0.05 % |