Diflorasone Diacetate Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Diflorasone Diacetate, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Diflorasone Diacetate brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Diflorasone Diacetate

Pronunciation : dye-FLOR-a-sone die-ASS-eh-tate

ICD Code : Y56.0 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- Inflammatory Agents- Topical

Brand Names or Trade Names of Diflorasone Diacetate

International :

ApexiCon E

Why is Diflorasone Diacetate Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a topical corticosteroid, prescribed for inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of skin. It works by reducing skin inflammation.

When should Diflorasone Diacetate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Diflorasone Diacetate?

Topical- Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1 to 3 times per day.

How should Diflorasone Diacetate be taken?

It comes as cream to apply topically, as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Diflorasone Diacetate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of acne-like rash, measles, inflammation of the skin around the mouth, thinning skin, skin infection, or chickenpox, recent vaccination, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• For external use only; avoid contact with eyes.

What are the side effects of Diflorasone Diacetate?

Most Common - Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, skin inflammation, pimples, eruptions, low pigmentation, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, scar, stripes or lines.