Desonide vs. Desoximetasone for Eczema and Psoriasis: Important Differences and Potential Risks.

Desonide

Desoximetasone

(Topicort)

Summary for Desonide

Prescription only

Desonide is a topical steroid used on the skin to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness from certain skin conditions, including eczema. It comes in many forms, such as a cream, lotion, gel, and ointment. You apply it directly to the affected skin 2 to 4 times a day, depending on how serious the condition is. Potential side effects include burning, itching, and stinging where it's applied.

Indications for Desonide

Skin rashes and other skin irritations - cream, lotion, and ointment
Eczema in adults and children 3 months and older - gel only

Pros and Cons for Desonide

Pros

Applied directly to the affected area(s) of skin
Low strength topical steroid, so it has lower risk of side effects
Comes in forms like an ointment, cream, lotion, and gel

Cons

Short-term use only, otherwise it might cause skin changes
Doesn’t treat the cause of skin conditions, only the symptoms
Requires a prescription

Common Side Effects for Desonide

Cream:

Itching (1%)
Pain (1%)
Rash (1%)
Redness (1%)
Irritation (1%)
Burning (1%)

Lotion:

Irritation (3%)
Peeling of the skin (3%)
Itching (3%)
Redness (3%)
Dryness (3%)

Ointment:

Redness (6%)
Itching (6%)
Irritation (6%)
Oily skin (6%)

Gel:

Headache (2%)
Burning (1%)
Rash (1%)
Itching (1%)

Warnings for Desonide

Changes in stress hormone levels
Skin infection
Skin irritation

Summary for Desoximetasone

Prescription only

Desoximetasone, also known by its brand name, Topicort, is a topical corticosteroid that's used to treat inflammatory skin conditions. It works by lowering certain chemicals in your body that cause inflammation. Desoximetasone (Topicort) comes as a brand-name and generic cream, ointment, gel, and spray. It's applied to the affected area(s) of the skin twice per day. Side effects aren't common but can include skin irritation and burning.

Indications for Desoximetasone

Inflammatory skin conditions
Plaque psoriasis in adults - desoximetasone spray (Topicort Spray) only

Pros and Cons for Desoximetasone

Pros

Available in different forms (cream, gel, ointment, spray)
Available as a lower-cost generic
Few side effects

Cons

Must apply to the affected area of skin twice per day
Not for long-term use because of a higher risk of side effects

Common Side Effects for Desoximetasone

Side effects aren't common. See Other Side Effects.

Warnings for Desoximetasone

Altered stress hormone levels
Cataracts and glaucoma
Flammable (topical spray only)

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Desonide vs. Desoximetasone

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Desonide

Desoximetasone

Summary for Desonide

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Indications for Desoximetasone

Pros and Cons for Desoximetasone

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Common Side Effects for Desoximetasone

Warnings for Desoximetasone