What drug class is diflorasone?

diflorasone is classified as a Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists.

Is there a generic version of diflorasone?

Yes, generic versions of diflorasone are available. See the Exact Equivalents section above for FDA-rated generic alternatives.

How does diflorasone work?

diflorasone mechanism of action information is available in the Drug Information section of this page.

Diflorasone

Also sold as: Psorcon, Apexicon

Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor AgonistsPrescription OnlyGeneric Available

Related Medications

Important: Only drugs listed as "Exact Equivalents" (FDA AB-rated) are confirmed interchangeable. All other listings are for informational reference only and do NOT indicate that drugs can be substituted without a physician's explicit guidance.

No equivalency data found yet for diflorasone. We're continuously adding data. Check back soon.

Insurance Coverage User-Reported

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No community coverage data yet for diflorasone.

Coverage data submission coming soon.

Drug Information

Indications & Uses

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Topical corticosteroids are indicated for relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Diflorasone diacetate ointment should be applied to the affected area as a thin film from one to three times daily depending on the severity or resistant nature of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated.

Side Effects (Adverse Reactions)

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following local adverse reactions have been reported with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in approximate decreasing order of occurrence: 1. Burning 2. Itching 3. Irritation 4. Dryness 5. Folliculitis 6. Hypertrichosis 7. Acneiform eruptions 8. Hypopigmentation 9. Perioral dermatitis 10. Allergic contact dermatitis 11. Maceration of the skin 12. Secondary infection 13. Skin atrophy 14. Striae 15. Miliaria To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Rising Pharmaceuticals, Inc. at 1-844-874-7464 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Topical steroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.

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