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Diprolene AF
CORTICOSTEROIDS - TOPICAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Aristocort, Carmol HC, Cordran, Desonide, Diprolene, Fluonid, Halog,
Hytone, Kenalog, Lidex, Synalar, Synemol, Topicort, Tridesilon,
Valisone
DIPROLENE AF USES
This medication is used to treat swelling, inflammation, or itching
of skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, rashes, insect bites,
poison ivy, allergies and other irritations.
HOW TO USE DIPROLENE AF
Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication.
To apply, gently massage a small amount of the medication into the
affected area and surrounding skin. Do not bandage, wrap or cover
the area treated unless you are instructed to do so by your doctor.
Do not use plastic pants or tight fitting diapers on children being
treated with this medication in the diaper area. Avoid using this
medication around the eyes unless directed to do so by your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS
This medication may cause burning, stinging, itching or redness
when first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a few days
as your body adjusts to the medication. If these effects persist
or worsen, inform your doctor. Skin infections can become worse
when using this medication. Notify your doctor if redness, swelling
or irritation does not improve. Very unlikely to occur but report
promptly the following side effects: unusual weakness, weight loss,
nausea/vomiting, fainting, dizziness. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not use this medication near the eyes if you have glaucoma. Treatment
with alclometasone, clobetasol, halobetasol propionate and augmented
betamethasone dipropionate beyond two weeks consecutively is not
recommended. Do not use if there is an infection or sores present
on the area to be treated. Though very unlikely, it is possible
this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may
have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid
treatment. This is especially true for children and for those who
have used this for an extended period if they also have serious
medical problems such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries.
This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of
this drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. This
medication should be used cautiously during pregnancy and only if
clearly needed. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor.
Small amounts of this medication may appear in breast milk. Consult
with your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all medications you may use, (both prescription
and nonprescription), especially of: prednisone (or similar drugs),
other skin medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES
Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if
it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose
and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
DIPROLENE AF STORAGE
Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Avoid freezing.
MEDICAL ALERT
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For
enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA),
or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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