Desoximetasone
Skin Diseases, Dermatitis, Allergic Contact, Psoriasis Vulgaris + 1 more
Treatment
20 Active Studies for Desoximetasone
Treatment for
Skin Diseases
What is Desoximetasone
Desoximetasone
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Glucocorticoids are a type of topical anti-inflammatory medication used to treat skin conditions such as dermatitis, allergies, and psoriasis.
Desoximetasone
is the brand name
Desoximetasone Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Desoximetasone
Desoximetasone
1985
66
Effectiveness
How Desoximetasone Affects Patients
Desoximetasone is a type of medication that helps reduce inflammation and itching when applied to the skin. It is a strong topical corticosteroid and should not be used with any type of bandage or covering. Treatment with desoximetasone should not last longer than two weeks, and should be stopped once the desired results have been achieved.
How Desoximetasone works in the body
Topical steroids work to reduce inflammation, but the exact way they do this is not known. It is believed that steroids act by stimulating the production of proteins that block the release of arachidonic acid, a precursor to inflammation-causing molecules like prostaglandins and leukotrienes. Steroids also bind to glucocorticoid receptors, which then travel to the nucleus and bind to DNA to start the production of these proteins.
When to interrupt dosage
The advocated dose of Desoximetasone is contingent upon the determined condition, including Atopic Dermatitis, corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses and Psoriasis. The amount of dosage fluctuates as per the technique of delivery (e.g. Topical or Cream - Topical) mentioned in the following table.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Skin Diseases
0.0025 mg/mg, , 0.0005 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.05 %, 0.25 %
Topical, , Ointment, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel, Ointment - Topical, Spray, Spray - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical
Psoriasis Vulgaris
0.0025 mg/mg, , 0.0005 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.05 %, 0.25 %
Topical, , Ointment, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel, Ointment - Topical, Spray, Spray - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical
Psoriasis
0.0025 mg/mg, , 0.0005 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.05 %, 0.25 %
Topical, , Ointment, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel, Ointment - Topical, Spray, Spray - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact
0.0025 mg/mg, , 0.0005 mg/mg, 2.5 mg/mL, 0.05 %, 0.25 %
Topical, , Ointment, Cream, Cream - Topical, Gel - Topical, Gel, Ointment - Topical, Spray, Spray - Topical, Emulsion, Emulsion - Topical
Warnings
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Desoximetasone.
Common Desoximetasone Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Desoximetasone is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Desoximetasone is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abatacept
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Desoximetasone is combined with Abatacept.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Desoximetasone is combined with Abetimus.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Desoximetasone is combined with Acteoside.
Desoximetasone Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Too much desoximetasone applied to the skin can be absorbed and cause systemic effects. Overdosing on this drug may lead to thinning of the skin and reduced ability of the adrenal cortex to respond to stress.
Desoximetasone Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Desoximetasone?
88 active trials are presently evaluating the potential of Desoximetasone to mitigate the symptoms of Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis and Plaque Psoriasis.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Dermatitis, Allergic Contact
0 Actively Recruiting
Skin Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Psoriasis Vulgaris
25 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 4, Phase 1
Psoriasis
0 Actively Recruiting
Desoximetasone Reviews: What are patients saying about Desoximetasone?
5
Patient Review
4/30/2011
Desoximetasone for Skin Condition
5
Patient Review
12/20/2017
Desoximetasone for Inflammation of Skin caused by an Allergy
5
Patient Review
9/6/2016
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
5
Patient Review
11/19/2017
Desoximetasone for Contact Dermatitis
5
Patient Review
1/26/2011
Desoximetasone for Skin Rash that Becomes Thick & Discolored From Rubbing It
5
Patient Review
4/26/2010
Desoximetasone for Contact Dermatitis
5
Patient Review
4/15/2011
Desoximetasone for Rash
5
Patient Review
10/28/2018
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
4.7
Patient Review
7/11/2010
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
4.7
Patient Review
4/15/2010
Desoximetasone for Contact Dermatitis
4
Patient Review
8/27/2013
Desoximetasone for Skin Condition
4
Patient Review
8/2/2010
Desoximetasone for Reddish Nodules Arranged in a Circle On the Skin
3.7
Patient Review
6/15/2022
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
3
Patient Review
6/11/2011
Desoximetasone for Reddish Nodules Arranged in a Circle On the Skin
3
Patient Review
3/16/2010
Desoximetasone for Osteoporosis
3
Patient Review
3/16/2010
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
2
Patient Review
2/8/2013
Desoximetasone for Atopic Dermatitis
Patient Q&A Section about desoximetasone
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is desoximetasone a strong steroid?
"Desoximetasone is one of the strongest topical steroid medications, though it is not as strong as the spray. The strongest steroid creams, according to the National Psoriasis Foundation, include clobetasol, halobetasol, or fluocinonide."
Answered by AI
What is desoximetasone cream used for?
"Desoximetasone topical is a corticosteroid medication used to relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. It is available as a cream, ointment, or spray. Desoximetasone topical spray is specifically approved for the treatment of plaque psoriasis."
Answered by AI