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desoximetasone

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Also known as A-41-304, HOE-304, R-2113, Topicort®, desoxymethasone, 9alpha-fluoro-16alpha-methyl-Delta(1)-corticosterone, (11beta,16alpha)-9-fluoro-11,21-dihydroxy-16-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione

Desoximetasone is a medication belonging to the family of medications known as topical corticosteroids. It is used for the relief of various skin conditions, including rashes. It helps to reduce redness, itching, and irritation. Desoximetasone is a synthetic corticosteroid, a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents.

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Desoximetasone is a medication belonging to the family of medications known as topical corticosteroids. It is used for the relief of various skin conditions, including rashes. It helps to reduce redness, itching, and irritation. Desoximetasone is a synthetic corticosteroid, a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents.

Three brand name products are available (availability depending on country): Topicort Emollient Cream (0.25% desoximetasone) Topicort LP Emollient Cream (0.05% desoximetasone) Topisolone Cream (0.25% desoximetasone)

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