How should I use diflorasone topical?
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.
Do not use diflorasone topical on broken or infected skin, or in open wounds.
Wash your hands before and after using diflorasone topical, unless you are using the medicine on your hands.
Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not apply diflorasone topical over a large area of skin.
Plastic film covering (such as plastic wrap, plastic gloves, or a shower cap) is sometimes used to cover areas of psoriasis that are treated with diflorasone topical. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Do not cover the treated skin area 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.
Call your doctor if your skin condition does not improve after several days of treatment, or if it gets worse while using diflorasone topical.
If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.