Desoximetasone

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Desoximetasone
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Clinical data
Trade names Topicort, Emcor, Desacort
AHFS/Drugs.com Monograph
MedlinePlus a605026
Routes of
administration 		Topical
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Legal status
Legal status
  • In general: ℞ (Prescription only)
Identifiers
  • (8S,9S,10S,11S,13S,14S,16R,17S)-9-Fluoro-11- hydroxy-17-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-10,13,16-trimethyl- 7,8,11,12,14,15,16,17-octahydro-6H- cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-3-one
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PubChem CID
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Chemical and physical data
Formula C22H29FO4
Molar mass 376.468 g·mol−1
3D model (JSmol)
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Desoximetasone is a medication belonging to the family of medications known as topical corticosteroids. It is used for the relief of various skin conditions, including rashes. It helps to reduce redness, itching, and irritation. [1] Desoximetasone is a synthetic corticosteroid, a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents.

Contents

Three brand name products are available (availability depending on country):

Usage

When using desoximetasone, some of the medication may be absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream. Too much absorption can lead to unwanted side effects elsewhere in the body. Large amounts of desoximetasone should be avoided over large areas. It should not be used for extended periods of time. Treated areas should not be covered with airtight dressings such as plastic wrap or adhesive bandages. [1] Children may absorb more medication than adults do. Desoximetasone is for use only on the skin and should be kept out of the eyes.

Desoximetasone can also be used to treat some types of psoriasis.

See also

References

  1. 1 2 "Desoximetasone Topical". Medline Plus. U.S. National Library of Medicine.
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