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Skin conditions such as swelling, discoloration, itchiness, dryness or rashes can occur owing to a host of reasons. Most common among risk factors is microbial infections; spread of microbes may lead to problems such as psoriasis and eczema. Apart from microbial progression, wasp bites can trigger bruising of skin or formation of rashes. Your body makes natural substances to regulate the allergic effects of these risk factors. Among people who have insufficient production of such steroids, a few milder versions of corticosteroids are administered. Desonide is one such corticosteroid med; but, what are the precautions needed prior to using this med? It is important to know more on this.

Milder forms of corticosteroids help regulate responses to stress factors such as an insect bite, microbial attacks or other risks that may alter your immunity level. These lab-made drugs help streamline swelling and other anti-allergic reactions. In general, a few artificial forms of corticosteroids are widely used for treating autoimmune ailments as well as a few skin conditions such as rashes, itchiness and inflammation of skin. People who have a suboptimal hormonal system – especially, insufficiency of the adrenal gland may need a replacement treatment. Drugs such as desonide are used in such replacement treatments; this drug is a mildly potent corticosteroid.

Precautions needed while using desonide

You need to know that this med is available in many versions such as gel, cream, lotion or an ointment. It is essential to wash your hands carefully before and after using this topical medicine. As this drug is available as a generic med, it can be procured at a very competitive price. Foremost of all precautions, if you have any known allergies to steroidal meds, your treating physician must be made fully aware of such allergic conditions.

Desonide must never be applied near your eyes; those who accidentally applied it onto their eyes experienced eye conditions such as irritation, glaucoma. In those who are already living with increased inner eye pressure (open angle glaucoma), use of this drug on the eye has only aggravated such ocular conditions. Upon an accidental application of the gel or cream of desonide, it is highly recommended to wash the area with a lot of water.

Also, if you are using any other forms of corticosteroids – such as prednisone or hydrocortisone, your caregiving team must know of all the details. It is a good practice to tell your caregiver about all the meds you are taking and / or treatment plans you are pursuing. It is recommended to make a list of all currently administered drugs. As you are compiling this list, add prescription meds, over the counter drugs, herbal meds, vitamins, proteins or mineral supplements, dietary aids, if any. Once you have shared the list, never alter the items without telling your treating physician.

Family history and personal history of medical disorders

It becomes essential to tell your doctor of your prior medical conditions as well as your family’s clinical track record.  Those who have disorders such as inadequate circulation of blood, a compromised immunity level, increased presence of blood sugars, skin problems like dermatitis, rosacea, etc. must share all needful inputs.

It is not recommended to use this drug while you are pregnant. Hence, women who are already pregnant must tell their doctor of their clinical condition. In a few instances, treating doctors have prescribed the use of this drug during the earlier trimester of pregnancy; such decisions are taken only after carefully weighing the benefits of desonide and the risks of its side effects. Women who are planning to become pregnant are advised to use contraceptives while using this med. It is a safe practice to talk to your caregiving team about which non-hormonal contraceptive suits you best. You may be asked to choose a birth control measure from a wider set of birth control measures such as skin patches, vaginal rings, etc.

Women who are breastfeeding must stay cautious if they develop skin conditions due to a compromised immunity. Active ingredients of desonide are known to enter into breastmilk. Hence, those who are nursing a new born baby or breastfeeding an infant must keep away from using this corticosteroid. Babies who feed on such milk may develop feeding or sleeping problems. Infants are also found to cry incessantly when they are fed with breastmilk that has key chemicals of desonide.

Those who have had organ transplantations such as a kidney or a heart transplant may be prescribed with immunity suppressing meds. One of the most commonly used immunity suppressants is cyclosporine; intake of this drug along with desonide is considered as extremely unsafe. So, those who are prescribed with an immunosuppressant med must take added precautions if they develop skin conditions such as rashes, itchiness, inflammation or swelling.

Also, intake of other corticosteroids such as prednisone and / or hydrocortisone may lead to an overdose of steroids in your system. As mentioned earlier, it is a harmful practice to take multiple forms of steroids (however mild they may be) at the same time. People who took such drugs may encounter an overdosed condition; it can show up in the form of a few characteristic signs. These include loss of coordination, respiratory troubles, fainting, etc. Upon sensing one or more of these conditions, seek medical help on an urgent mode.

Those living in the US are advised to call the emergency helpline of the food and drug administration (FDA) or call 911 without any further delay. On the other hand, people who are residents of a Canadian province need to call Health Canada or establish fast contact with a poison control unit functioning near your home. People living in other countries need to rush to a local healthcare setting such as a hospital or a clinic and seek emergency care on a top priority basis.

In sum, desonide is a mild form of corticosteroid used for treating skin conditions such as rashes or itchiness. One of the main precautions to be taken while taking this drug is: if you are allergic to steroids, your prescribing doctor must be aware of the needful details. Also, never take this drug while you are already taking other forms of corticosteroids such as prednisone, hydrocortisone, etc. For a detailed list of precautions needed prior to using desonide, consult with your caregiving team before starting your medication plan.