Topicort LP Side Effects

Generic name: desoximetasone topical

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 21, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Topicort LP Side Effects associated with desoximetasone topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Topicort LP.

Applies to desoximetasone topical: topical application cream, topical application gel/jelly, topical application ointment, topical application spray.

Serious side effects of Topicort LP

Along with its needed effects, desoximetasone topical (the active ingredient contained in Topicort LP) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking desoximetasone topical:

Rare side effects

• flushing or redness of the skin
• redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
• unusually warm skin

Incidence not known

• blindness
• blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin
• blurred vision
• decreased vision
• eye pain
• headache
• irritation
• itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin
• nausea or vomiting
• redness and scaling around the mouth
• tearing
• thinning of the skin with easy bruising, especially when used on the face or where the skin folds together (eg, between the fingers)
• thinning, weakness, or wasting away of the skin

Other side effects of Topicort LP

Some side effects of desoximetasone topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Rare side effects

• burning, itching, and pain in hairy areas, or pus at the root of the hair

Incidence not known

• acne or pimples
• burning and itching of the skin with pinhead-sized red blisters
• increased hair growth on the forehead, back, arms, and legs
• lightening of normal skin color
• lightening of treated areas of dark skin
• reddish purple lines on the arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin
• softening of the skin

For healthcare professionals

Applies to desoximetasone topical: compounding powder, topical cream, topical gel, topical ointment, topical spray.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were application site dryness, application site irritation, and application site pruritus.^[Ref]

Endocrine

• Frequency not reported: Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, Cushing's syndrome^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Frequency not reported: Folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria^[Ref]

Local

• Common (1% to 10%): Application site dryness, application site irritation, application site pruritus
• Frequency not reported: Burning, itching^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Frequency not reported: Hyperglycemia, latent diabetes mellitus^[Ref]

Further information

Topicort LP side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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