Desowen Adverse Reactions

Prolonged use of corticosteroids of medium potency may induce cutaneous atrophy, telangiectasia (particularly on the face), striae atrophicae (at the roots of the limbs in particular and occurring more readily in adolescents), ecchymotic purpura secondary to atrophy, and cutaneous fragility.
On the face, corticosteroids may give rise to peri-oral dermatitis or exacerbate rosacea.
Delayed cicatrization of atonic wounds, decubitus ulcers and leg ulcers may be observed.
Risk of systemic effects.
Acneiform or pustular rash, hypertrichosis and depigmentation have been reported. Secondary infections, particularly under occlusive dressings or in skin folds, in contact allergic dermatitis, have also been reported during the use of local corticosteroids.
The following adverse reactions have been reported in post-marketing (frequency = unknown): Skin infection; Allergic contact dermatitis; Pruritus; Skin burning sensation; Erythema; Rash; Vision, blurred (see Precautions).