Drug Uses Diprolene AF Cream is indicated for relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses in patients 13 years and older.
How Taken Apply a thin film of Diprolene AF Cream to the affected skin areas once or twice daily. Treatment with Diprolene AF Cream should be limited to 45 g per week.
Warnings/Precautions This medication is to be used as directed by the physician and should not be used longer than the prescribed time period. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. Do not use this medication for any disorder other than that for which it was prescribed. The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive.
Missed Dose If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Possible Side Effects Adverse reactions reported to be possibly or probably related to treatment with Diprolene AF Cream during a pediatric clinical study include signs of skin atrophy (telangiectasia, bruising, shininess).
Storage Store between 2�and 30�C (36� and 86� F).
Overdose Topically applied Diprolene AF can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
More Information Diprolene AF Cream is contraindicated for patients who are hypersensitive to betamethasone dipropionate, to other corticosteroids, or to any ingredient in this preparation.
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