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Desoximetasone
Desoximetasone is a medicine licensed to relieve the symptoms of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and many other skin conditions. As a type of steroid, it works by reducing inflammation and suppressing an overactive immune system. It comes in the form of an ointment, a cream, or a gel, and is applied on the affected skin areas twice daily. Potential side effects include burning, itching, and dryness.
Desoximetasone (Topicort®) is a prescription skin medication. It comes in the form of an ointment, gel, or cream. It belongs to a group of medications known as topical steroids and is used to treat inflammation and itching due to a wide variety of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and allergic reactions.
(Click What Is Desoximetasone Used For? for more information on this topic, including possible off-label uses.)
Just like any medicine, desoximetasone may cause side effects. However, not everyone who uses the drug will experience problems. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well.
If reactions do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or are treated easily by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
Common side effects of desoximetasone include but are not limited to:
- Burning
- Irritation
- Itching
- Dryness.
(Click Desoximetasone Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD