Topicort Ointment
Chemical Name: TOPICORT DESOXIMETASONE (des-ox-i-MET-a-sone)
Common Topicort uses
This medicine is a corticosteroid used to
reduce itching, redness, and swelling
associated with many skin conditions.
Before using Topicort
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING
OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if
you are taking prednisone (or similar
medicines). Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or
breast-feeding.
Topicort Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. TO USE
THIS MEDICINE: apply a small amount of
medicine to the affected area. Gently rub
the medicine in until it is evenly
distributed. Wash your hands after applying
this medicine, unless your hands are part of
treated area. DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the
affected area unless directed otherwise by
your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, apply it
as soon as possible. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Topicort Cautions
IF
YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE WITHIN A FEW
DAYS, or if they become worse, check with
your doctor. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE longer
than the time prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other skin conditions at a
later time. DO NOT GET THIS MEDICINE in your
eyes. IF THIS MEDICINE WAS PRESCRIBED TO
TREAT THE DIAPER AREA OF A CHILD, avoid
using tight-fitting diapers or plastic
pants. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU
ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are
using this medicine, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Topicort side effects
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
if you experience skin thinning and
discoloration, itching, burning, redness, or
swelling not present before using this
medicine. If you notice other effects not
listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Topicort
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. This medicine may be harmful if
swallowed.
Additional Topicort information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
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