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Desonide (0.05% w/w)
Dermanide 0.05 % Cream is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and skin inflammation and itching.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
Medicines with the same active ingredient and strength as Dermanide 0.05 % Cream.
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Dermanide 0.05 % Cream
cream - 15 g
₹124
₹8.25 per g
VIBHU HEALTHCARE LLP · cream - 15 g · Rx
₹110
₹7.33 per g
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Dermanide 0.05 % Cream. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Dermanide 0.05 % Cream contains Desonide (0.05% w/w). It belongs to the Corticosteroid / calcineurin inhibitor class of medicines.
Desonide damps down the inflammation in the skin, which relieves redness, swelling and itching.
Clean and dry the affected area, then apply a thin layer and rub it in gently. Wash your hands before and after use, unless your hands are the area being treated. This is for use on the skin only — do not swallow it. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.
An overdose of this medicine can suppress the body's own steroid production when it is used for a long time over large areas, especially in children. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Most side effects of Dermanide are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | No significant interaction with alcohol is expected. |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | No dose change is usually needed in kidney disease. |
| Liver | No dose change is usually needed in liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Use it only on the area and for the number of days your doctor specified. Potent steroid creams thin the skin permanently when used for too long. Never use a potent steroid cream on the face, the groin or the underarms unless your doctor has specifically told you to — the skin there is thin and absorbs much more. Do not use it on an infection. A steroid on ringworm, impetigo or herpes makes the infection worse while hiding it. Do not use leftover cream on a new rash, and never pass it to someone else. Stop and see your doctor if the area becomes more painful, weepy or crusted.
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for untreated bacterial, fungal or viral skin infections. Not for use in or around the eyes.
No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin.
Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Close the cap tightly after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.
Apply a thin layer — a fingertip's worth covers an area about the size of two adult palms. Use a plain moisturiser generously alongside it; that is what keeps eczema away between flares. Ask your doctor for a written plan of how long to use it and when to step down.
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Desonide (0.05% w/w)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Dermanide 0.05 % Cream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deslix CreamVIBHU HEALTHCARE LLP | cream · 15GM | ₹110 | 11% cheaper |
| Desosoft CreamKLM LAB | cream · 10GM | ₹141 | 14% more |
| Desoadd CreamIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | cream · 15G | ₹164 | 33% more |
| Desoadd LotionIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | lotion · 30ML | ₹164 | 33% more |
| Atonide GelTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | gel · 20GM | ₹168 | 35% more |
| Cliodes CreamTRODAN & CLAIES HEALTHCARE | cream · 20GM | ₹183 | 48% more |
| Desonfin Cream24C DERMA LABS | cream · 20GM | ₹206 | 66% more |
| Atonide CreamTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | cream · 20GM | ₹237 | 91% more |
| Dektop CreamKLM LAB | cream · 20GM | ₹258 | 108% more |
| Desowen CreamGALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD | cream · 10GM | ₹266 | 115% more |
| Desowen LotionGALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD | lotion · 30ML | ₹291 | 135% more |

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The information on Dermanide 0.05 % Cream is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.