Difluocortolone
- Generic Name
- Difluocortolone
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C22H28F2O4
- CAS Number
- 2607-06-9
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- K253365DXI
- Background
Difluocortolone is a potent topical corticosteroid. It is commonly used in dermatology for the reduction of inflammation and itching. It was submitted to the FDA in July 1984 by the pharmaceutical company Schering AG.
- Indication
Difluocortolone is used as a topical treatment of the symptoms of inflammatory skin disorders like eczema, seborrheic eczema, lichen planus and psoriasis. All these disorders present as a common characteristic the occurrence of symptoms as itching, swelling, redness and scaling.
- Associated Conditions
- Aphthous Stomatitis, Dermatitis, Gingivitis, Infectious Periodontal Diseases, Periodontitis, Stomatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, Eczematous rash, Oral lesions
A Study to Learn More About the Relationship Between the Development of a Gap in the Upper Lip (Cleft Lip) or in the Roof of the Mouth (Cleft Palate) in Newborns and the Use of Glucocorticoids by the Mother During Pregnancy: a Meta-analysis
Completed
- Conditions
- Relationship Between the Exposure of Glucocorticoids During Pregnancy and Orofacial Cleft Development
- Interventions
- First Posted Date
- 2018-12-28
- Last Posted Date
- 2020-04-01
- Lead Sponsor
- LEO Pharma
- Target Recruit Count
- 99999
- Registration Number
- NCT03788863
- Locations
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Many locations, Multiple Locations, Germany
An Observational Study Investigating the Treatment Satisfaction of Atopic Dermatitis Patients Who Have Switched to Ointment (W/O Emulsion) Formulation of Very Strong Class Topical Corticosteroids
Completed
- Conditions
- Dermatitis, Atopic
- Interventions
- First Posted Date
- 2015-12-11
- Last Posted Date
- 2020-04-01
- Lead Sponsor
- LEO Pharma
- Target Recruit Count
- 55
- Registration Number
- NCT02627989
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