Desowen Lotion

Desowen 0.05% Lotion is used in the treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.

In Eczema

Desowen calms the inflammation behind an eczema flare, quickly reducing the redness, itch and weeping so the skin can heal and the scratch-itch cycle is broken.

In Dermatitis

Desowen settles the red, itchy, inflamed skin of dermatitis, whether from an allergy, irritant or contact with something the skin reacts to.

In Psoriasis

Desowen reduces the thickening, scaling and redness of psoriasis plaques and relieves the itch.

In Skin inflammation and itching

Desowen relieves itching and inflammation of the skin from insect bites, rashes and reactions, so the skin can settle.

AlcoholSAFE

No significant interaction with alcohol is expected.

PregnancyUNSAFE

Desowen 0.05% Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE

Desowen 0.05% Lotion is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

DrivingSAFE

Not expected to affect your ability to drive.

KidneySAFE

No dose change is usually needed in kidney disease.

LiverSAFE

No dose change is usually needed in liver disease.

• Do not use it for more than 4 consecutive weeks at a time.</li> <li>Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Desowen Lotion .
• Inform your doctor if this bothers you.</li> <li>Do not stop taking Desowen Lotion suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>