What are the different desonide ointment uses and and what are the recommended application methods? In this post, we answer these questions based on the testimonies and experiences of real users of desonide ointment, desonide cream, and desonide lotion.
Desonide Ointment and Desonide Cream Uses
Desonide, in general, is a mild steroid used to treat skin conditions ranging from insect bites and rashes to poison ivy and dermatitis to eczema. Specifically, it is applied on the affected area to treat swelling, redness, and itching. Desonide is available in cream, ointment, lotion, and gel form.
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| Desonide Ointment Uses: Eczema |
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| Desonide Cream Uses: Contact Dermatitis |
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| Desonide Ointment Uses: Poison Ivy Rash |
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| Desonide Cream Uses: Mosquito Bite |
How Much Desonide Ointment to Apply
The term "fingertip unit" is used by dermatologists to measure the amount of ointment or cream to apply on an affected area. A fingertip unit of cream or ointment is the amount you squeeze out of the tube onto the tip segment of your finger.
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| A fingertip unit of cream |
The amount of desonide cream or ointment to apply will depend on the size of the affected area. Use the following guidelines:
1 hand = 1 fingertip unit
1 arm = 3 fingertip units
1 foot = 2 fingertip units
1 leg = 6 fingertip units
face and neck = 2.5 fingertip units
front and back of torso = 14 fingertip units
whole body: 40 units
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