Patient information: uses, side effects, how to take - Desoximetasone

What is Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% is a prescription corticosteroid medicine used to treat plaque psoriasis of the body in people 18 years of age and older.

It is not known if desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age. Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age.

Before you use Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you:

have had irritation or other skin reaction to a steroid medicine in the past.

have a skin infection. You may need medicine to treat the skin infection before you use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%.

have thinning of the skin (atrophy) at the treatment site

have adrenal gland problems

have diabetes

liver problems

are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% will harm your unborn baby. Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%. may increase your chance of having a low birthweight baby. If you use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%. during pregnancy, use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%. on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed.

are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if desoximetasone passes into your breast milk. If you use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% and breastfeed, use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed. Do not apply desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% directly to the nipple and areola to avoid contact with your baby.

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Especially tell your doctor if you take other corticosteroid medicines by mouth or use other products on your skin that contain corticosteroids. Do not use other products containing a corticosteroid medicine while using desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% without talking to your doctor first.

What should I avoid while using Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25% is flammable. Avoid heat, flames or smoking while applying desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to your skin.

How should I use Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

See the "Instructions for Use" for detailed information about the right way to apply desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%.

Use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% exactly as your doctor tells you to use it.

Your doctor should tell you how much desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to use and where to use it.

Apply desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to the affected skin areas 2 times a day and rub it in gently.

Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated skin area, unless your doctor tells you to.

Use Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% for the shortest amount of time needed to treat your plaque psoriasis. Tell your doctor if your skin condition is not getting better after 4 weeks of using desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%. You should not use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% for longer than 4 weeks.

Do not use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% on your face, armpits or groin.

Do not use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% if you have thinning of your skin (atrophy) at the treatment site.

Wash your hands after applying desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%.

What are the possible side effects of Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% may cause serious side effects, including:

Symptoms of a disorder where the adrenal gland does not make enough of certain hormones (adrenal insufficiency) during treatment or after stopping treatment with desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%. Your doctor may do blood tests to check for adrenal gland problems.

Cushing's syndrome, a condition that happens when your body is exposed to large amounts of the hormone cortisol. Your doctor may do tests to check for this.

High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or diabetes mellitus that has not been diagnosed can happen when treated with desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% . Your doctor may do tests to check for this.

Skin reactions at the treated skin site . Tell your doctor if you get any skin reactions or skin infections.

Eye problems. Using desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% may increase your chance of getting cataracts and glaucoma. Do not get desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% in your eyes because it may cause eye irritation. Tell your doctor if you have blurred vision or other vision problems during treatment with desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%.

The most common side effects of Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25% include dryness, irritation and itching of skin at the treated site.

These are not all of the possible side effects of desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

You may also report side effects to Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-800-399-2561 or visit our website at www.lupinpharmaceuticals.com.

How should I store Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

Store desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% at room temperature between 68˚F to 77˚F (20˚C to 25˚C).

Throw away (discard) unused desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% after 30 days.

Keep desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the safe and effective use of Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%.

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them. You can ask your pharmacist or doctor for information about desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% that is written for health professionals.

What are the ingredients in Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%?

Active ingredient: desoximetasone USP

Inactive ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene, citric acid anhydrous, diisopropyl adipate, isopropyl alcohol (23.4%), L-menthol, medium-chain triglycerides, mineral oil and sorbitan monooleate.

This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

LUPIN and the are registered trademarks of Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Manufactured for:

Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Naples, FL 34108

United States

Manufactured by:

Lupin Limited

Pithampur (M.P.) – 454 775

India

Revised: October 2024

Instructions for Use

Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%

(des-OX-i-MET-a-sone)

Important information: Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% is for use on skin (topical) only. Do not get desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% near or in your mouth, eyes or vagina.

Read the Instructions for Use before you start using desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking with your doctor about your medical condition or your treatment.

Parts of Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25% bottle (See Figure A)

Figure A

How to apply Desoximetasone Topical Spray, 0.25%:

Step 1: Remove the cap from the pump top.

Step 2: Hold the bottle in an upright position while pointing the opening of the pump top in the direction of the affected area. To spray, push down on the pump top. Apply desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. (See Figure B)

Figure B

Step 3: Spray only enough desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to cover the affected area, for example, the elbow (See Figure C). Rub in desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% gently to the affected area.

Figure C

Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to apply desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% to other affected areas as instructed by your doctor.

Step 4: After applying desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%, place the cap back onto the pump top. (See Figure D)

Figure D

How should I store desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25%?

Store desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% at room temperature between 68˚F to 77˚F (20˚C to 25˚C).
Throw away (discard) unused desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% 30 days after it has been opened.
Desoximetasone topical spray, 0.25% is flammable. Keep away from heat, flames or smoke.