What is Diflorasone Diacetate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Diflorasone Diacetate overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Apexicon E, Psorcon, Psorcon E

Generic Names:

  • Diflorasone Diacetate

Uses:

  • Relieves pain, itching, and swelling caused by skin diseases. This medicine is a corticosteroid.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Corticosteroid, Strong

Forms:

  • Cream, Ointment

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What is Diflorasone Diacetate used for?

What form(s) does Diflorasone Diacetate come in

  • Cream

  • Ointment

What are common Diflorasone Diacetate doses?

  • Tube 15GM of 0.05%

  • Tube 30GM of 0.05%

  • Tube 60GM of 0.05%

Common Diflorasone Diacetate prescriptions

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    15gm of 0.05% tube

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    30gm of 0.05% tube

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    60gm of 0.05% tube

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    60gm of 0.05% tube of cream

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    15gm of 0.05% tube of ointment

  • Diflorasone Diacetate
    60gm of 0.05% tube of ointment

How to take Diflorasone Diacetate

  • Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated area unless your doctor tells you to. If this medicine is used on the diaper area of your child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic plants.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

  • This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated area unless your doctor tells you to. If this medicine is used on the diaper area of your child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic plants.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

  • This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

What to do if you miss a dose of Diflorasone Diacetate

  • Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Topical application routeAsk your pharmacist or doctor how to dispose of the medicine container and any leftover or expired medicine.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Diflorasone Diacetate contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to diflorasone diacetate.

Diflorasone Diacetate warnings

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have cataracts, glaucoma, or any infection.

  • This medicine may cause eye or vision problems.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Diflorasone Diacetate interactions

  • Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • You should not use this medicine for your child without a doctor's approval.

Diflorasone Diacetate side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Blurred vision or vision changes

  • Color changes on the skin, dark freckles, easy bruising, muscle weakness

  • Gaining weight around your neck, upper back, breast, face, or waist

  • Swelling, redness, warmth, pus, or oozing

  • Itching and redness around your lips.

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Irritation, burning, itching, or dryness of your skin.

  • Redness, itching, or swelling where the medicine is applied

  • Increased thirst or appetite.

  • Itching and redness around your lips.

  • Excessive hair growth.

  • Changes in the color of your skin.

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