STIENOIDE 0.05% Cream 10g

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit-forming tendencies were reported

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to STIENOIDE 0.05% Cream 10g or any other inactive ingredient present in the formulation.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Growth Retardation

  This medicine may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, children receiving this medicine should be monitored closely with regard to growth parameters. The dose should be titrated to the minimum effective dose to reduce the chances of such side effects. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• Kaposi's Sarcoma

  This medicine may increase the risk of Kaposi's sarcoma, a type of cancer. This risk is especially higher if the medicine is used for a prolonged period of time. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. An alternative treatment option may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

• Cushing's syndrome

  This medicine may cause hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression and Cushing's syndrome in patients receiving high doses for a prolonged period of time. Any symptoms such as swelling of the face, increase in blood glucose levels, etc. should be informed to the doctor on priority. An alternative treatment option may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

• External use

  This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, wounds, or broken skin.

• Other medicines

  This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Apply a thin layer of the lotion to the affected areas of the skin as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve or resolve after two weeks of use.

• Usage does not depend on food timings
• To be taken as instructed by doctor
• Does not cause sleepiness

• medlineplus.gov - Desonide [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605025.html [cited 5/8/2020]. 2020