LoKara
Generic name:desonide topical [ DES-oh-nide ]
Brand names: Desonate, DesOwen, LoKara, Tridesilon, Verdeso
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is LoKara?
Desonide is a steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.
LoKara (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by eczema or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.
LoKara may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use desonide if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
diabetes; or
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine.
It is not known whether LoKara will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply desonide to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Some brands or forms of this medicine are for use only in adults 18 and over.
Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use LoKara?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth.
Shake the lotion just before each use.
Wash your hands after using desonide, unless you are using this medicine to treat the skin on your hands.
Apply a thin layer of medicine to the affected skin and rub it in gently. Do not apply this medicine over a large area of skin unless your doctor has told you to.
Do not cover the treated skin area with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor tells you to. Covering treated areas can increase the amount of medicine absorbed through your skin and may cause harmful effects.
If you are treating the diaper area, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers.
This medicine is for short-term use only (such as 2 to 4 weeks). Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully...
