di·flo·ra·sone diacetate (d -flôr  -s n )n. A corticosteroid used in topical preparations to control or prevent inflammation. |
diflorasone diacetate
[dīflôr′əsōn dī·as′ətāt]
a topical corticosteroid with high potency.
indication It is prescribed for the treatment of skin inflammation.
contraindications Viral and fungal diseases of the skin, impaired circulation, or known hypersensitivity to this drug or to other steroidal medication prohibits its use.
adverse effects Among the more serious adverse reactions, usually occurring after prolonged or excessive application, are striae, hypopigmentation, local irritation of the skin, and various systemic effects.
diflorasone diacetate
(dif´lor
sōn dīas´tāt),
n brand names: Florone, Maxiflor, Psorcon;
drug class: topical corticosteroid, group II high potency;
action: possesses antipruritic, antiinflammatory actions;
uses: psoriasis, eczema, contact dermatitis, pruritus.
sōn dīas´tāt), n brand names: Florone, Maxiflor, Psorcon;
drug class: topical corticosteroid, group II high potency;
action: possesses antipruritic, antiinflammatory actions;
uses: psoriasis, eczema, contact dermatitis, pruritus.
diflorasone diacetate
a corticosteroid used topically in treatment of inflammatory skin diseases.
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