Desoximetasone Ointment

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Uses

Desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

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Desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% contains the active synthetic corticosteroid desoximetasone. The topical corticosteroids constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and antipruritic agents.

Each gram of desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% contains 2.5 mg of desoximetasone in an ointment base consisting of fractionated coconut oil and white petrolatum.

The chemical name of desoximetasone is Pregna-1, 4-diene-3, 20-dione, 9-fluoro-11, 21-dihydroxy-16-methyl-,(11β,16α)-.

Desoximetasone has the molecular formula C22H29FO4 and a molecular weight of 376.47. The CAS Registry Number is 382-67-2.

The structural formula is:

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Desoximetasone Ointment Manufacturers

Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

Desoximetasone Ointment | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

Apply a thin film of desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.

No Recall
Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Desoximetasone Ointment | Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Apply a thin film of desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.

No Recall
Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

Desoximetasone Ointment | Taro Pharmaceuticals U.s.a., Inc.

Apply a thin film of desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.05% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.

No Recall
E. Fougera & Co., A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Desoximetasone Ointment | E. Fougera & Co., A Division Of Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Apply a thin film of Desoximetasone Ointment, 0.25% to the affected skin area twice daily. Rub in gently.

No Recall
Glenmark Generics Inc.,usa

Desoximetasone Ointment | L. Perrigo Company

• do not use more than directed • adults: take 2 caplets with a glass of water • if symptoms persist or worsen, ask your doctor • do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor • under 18 years of age: ask a doctor

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Versapharm Incorporated

Desoximetasone Ointment | Versapharm Incorporated

Apply a thin film of desoximetasone ointment USP, 0.25% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.

No Recall