Learn more about usage, cautions, and possible side effects of Diprolene Af.
Chemical Name: BETAMETHASONE (bay-ta-METH-a-sone)
Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking prednisone (or similar medicines). Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Follow the directions for using Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream provided by your doctor. TO USE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM: apply a small amount of medicine to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands after applying Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream, unless your hands are part of treated area. DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the affected area unless directed otherwise by your doctor. STORE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM, apply it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE WITHIN A FEW DAYS, or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT USE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM longer than the time prescribed by your doctor. DO NOT USE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM for other skin conditions at a later time. DO NOT GET DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM in your eyes. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience skin thinning and discoloration, stinging, rash, dry skin, itching, burning, redness, or swelling not present before using Diprolene Af 0.05% Cream. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include blurred vision or other vision changes; muscle weakness; severe or persistent headache; symptoms of high blood sugar (eg, increased thirst or urination, confusion, unusual drowsiness); or unusual weight gain, especially in the face.
If your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT SHARE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM for other health conditions. KEEP DIPROLENE AF 0.05% CREAM out of the reach of children and pets. CHECK WITH YOUR PHARMACIST about how to dispose of unused medicine.
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