Diflorasone topical
Generic name: diflorasone topical [ dye-FLOR-a-sone ]
Brand names: ApexiCon, ApexiCon E, Psorcon, Maxiflor, Florone, Florone E, Psorcon E
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.05%); topical ointment (0.05%)
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is diflorasone topical?
Diflorasone is a highly potent steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Diflorasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.
Diflorasone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use diflorasone topical if you are allergic to diflorasone.
Do not use this medicine on any child without a doctor's advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medication through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
Do not use diflorasone topical to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
Tell your doctor if you have:
any type of skin infection.
Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Topical steroid medicines absorbed through the skin may increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
If you apply diflorasone topical to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
How should I use diflorasone topical?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.
Do not use diflorasone topical on broken or infected skin, or in open wounds.
Wash your hands before and after using diflorasone topical, unless you are using the medicine on your hands.
Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not apply diflorasone topical over a large area of skin.
Plastic film covering (such as plastic wrap, plastic gloves, or a shower cap) is sometimes used to cover areas of psoriasis that are treated with diflorasone topical. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to. Covering treated areas can increase the amount of medicine absorbed through your s...
