Desowen

Active Ingredient(s): Desonide
FDA Approved: * December 14, 1984
Pharm Company: * GALDERMA LABS LP
Category: Skin Care

Desonide (INN) is a low-potency topical corticosteroid anti-inflammatory that has been available since the 1970s. It is primarily used to treat atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis, contact dermatitis and psoriasis in both adults and children. It has a fairly good safety profile[1] and is available as a cream, ointment, lotion, and as a foam under the tradename Verdeso Foam. Other trade names for creams, lotions, and ointments include Tridesilon, DesOwen, Desonat... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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Dosage List

Desowen .5 mg/g Topical Lotion
NDC: 0299-5765
Labeler:
Galderma Laboratories, L.p.
Desowen .5 mg/g Topical Cream
NDC: 0299-5770
Labeler:
Galderma Laboratories, L.p.

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