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Is Diprosone an antibiotic cream?
It is a type of cortisone and belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. DIPROSONE is classified as a high potency topical corticosteroid. There are three forms of DIPROSONE: cream, ointment and lotion.
How long does it take for Diprosone to work?
This usually takes at least 3 days. Do not continue the medication for longer than 4 weeks without further consulting your doctor. Lotion: A few drops of lotion is usually enough to cover the affected area.
Is Diprosone a cortisone cream?
The name of your medicine is Diprosone. It contains the active ingredient called betamethasone dipropionate. It is a type of cortisone and belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. Diprosone is classified as a high potency topical corticosteroid.
How strong is Diprosone?
Diprosone OV cream (0.05%). Each g contains 0.64 mg betamethasone dipropionate, equivalent to betamethasone 0.5 mg.
What is Diprosone cream used to treat?
In adults and children, Diprosone cream is used to treat skin problems, including eczema, and all types of dermatitis and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet. Eczema is a common skin disease, which causes the skin to become red and itchy.
What are the side effects of Diprosone?
For the Consumer
- Blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin.
- cracking or tightening of the skin.
- dry skin.
- flushing or redness of the skin.
- irritation.
- itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin.
What is Diprosone cream for?
In adults and children, Diprosone cream is used to treat skin problems, including eczema, and all types of dermatitis and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet. Eczema is a common skin disease, which causes the skin to become red and itchy. Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin.
How often should you use Diprosone?
Usually for adults and children, a thin layer of Diprosone Ointment should be rubbed into the affected area of skin twice a day. You should always follow these instructions when using Diprosone Ointment: Do not use the ointment on your face for more than 5 days.
Can you use Diprosone for psoriasis?
In adults and children, Diprosone Ointment is used to treat skin problems, including eczema, all types of dermatitis and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet.
What is the strongest hydrocortisone cream?
Hydrocortisone butyrate is stronger than other types of hydrocortisone for skin. It’s only available on prescription and is known by the brand name Locoid.