Diprolene Gel MedFacts

Diprolene Gel

Diprolene Gel is used for:

Reducing itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions.

Diprolene Gel is a topical corticosteroid. It works by depressing the formation, release, and activity of different cells and chemicals that cause swelling, redness, and itching.

Do NOT use Diprolene Gel if:

• you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained in Diprolene Gel

Contact your health care provider as soon as possible if any of the above applies to you.

Consider before using Diprolene Gel

Medical Conditions

There are medical conditions that can influence usage of Diprolene Gel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any medicine (either prescription or nonprescription), herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you are allergic to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have thinning of the skin, a skin infection, tuberculosis, chickenpox, shingles, measles, a positive TB skin test, or have recently been vaccinated

Drugs Interaction

There are medicines that may interact with Diprolene Gel. Because little, if any, of Diprolene Gel is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Clarify with your health care provider whether Diprolene Gel may interact with other medicines you take. Also, consult your health care provider in advance if you are going to start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

Diprolene Gel Usage Guidelines

You should use Diprolene Gel as recommended by your doctor. Read the medicine's label for precise dosing instructions.

• 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 Gel, unless your hands are part of the treated area. Do not apply Diprolene Gel to the face, groin, or armpit.
• Do not cover the treating area with bandages, wrappings, or other dressings unless advised to do so by your health care provider.
• If you miss a dose of Diprolene Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, ignore the missed one and get back to your normal dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Clarify with your health care provider any issues you may have about usage of Diprolene Gel.

Important safety information on diprolene

• Diprolene Gel is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. If you get Diprolene Gel in your eyes, immediately flush with cool tap water.
• Do not use Diprolene Gel for other skin conditions at a later time.
• If Diprolene Gel was prescribed to treat the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.
• Diprolene Gel should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Diprolene Gel while you are pregnant. It is not known if Diprolene Gel is found in breast milk. If you are breast-feeding or going to breast-feed, discuss with your doctor any possible risks to your baby.

Side effects may be caused by Diprolene Gel

Any medicine may cause side effects, but the majority of people have either slight side effects, or dont have it at all. Consult your doctor if any of the most COMMON side effects from the list below persist or start bothering you:

Mild, temporary stinging when applied.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); burning; itching; redness; swelling.

It sholud be noted, that this is not a full list of possible side effects. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Diprolene Gel may be harmful if swallowed.

Store Diprolene Gel at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). It may also be stored in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. Store away from heat and light. Keep Diprolene Gel out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions on Diprolene Gel, please consult your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
• Diprolene Gel is supposed to be used only by the patient it is prescribed to. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or even become worse, inform your doctor.

This article is a summary only, and it does not provide all the information about Diprolene Gel. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.