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Compare DESONIDE OINTMENT (Desonide Ointment) and NEOMYCIN SULFATE (Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and Hydrocortisone) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Desonide Ointment · Corticosteroid
How it works
Corticosteroid agent
Approved for
Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and Hydrocortisone, Neo-Synalar · Corticosteroid
How it works
Corticosteroid agent
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
No specific warnings
Based on 8 Reddit discussions
DESONIDE OINTMENT
50%
positive
6 threads
NEOMYCIN SULFATE
0%
positive
2 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
6 Reddit threads analysed for DESONIDE OINTMENT
Overall Sentiment
Slightly positive
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
1 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
27F, 5'7", 115 lbs, white; location: midwest USA PMH: Narcolepsy; Famililal hypercholesterolemia; POTS Medications: Concerta 54 mg daily (since 2011); Armodafinil 150 mg TID (since 2012); Atorvastatin 20 mg (started taking 7/10/23); Copper IUD (placed late May 2023); Fexofenadine HCl 60 mg every Fri
Hi everyone. I've had a lip rash that hasn't fully gone away. It started last year with no prior lip issues in my life. Here is a link to some photos: [https://imgur.com/a/UnpBSyD](https://imgur.com/a/UnpBSyD) **Information:** \-36/m \-I think my immune system is generally good and haven't been sick
Since i was about 16 almost 17 ive been dealing with dandruff, peeling skin and rashes on my face, shoulders, chest, arms, and legs. Ive seen 2 or 3 dermatologists about this issue and they told me it was “Seborrhea”. I’ve tried a multitude of OTC and Prescription creams and shampoos all having limi
28, male, 6’, 140lbs, approximately 3 months of same symptoms but not as bad as when it began. Smoker, 1/2 to full pack a day Medications used-desonide ointment, twice a day used approximately 6/7 days a week for a month, not much improvement but didn’t go back to legions like when it first began. A
(29F, 5'3, 130 lbs, occasional drinking, no smoking or drugs) I had some kind of of infection (one derm said it looked bacterial, another said infected eczema outbreak, my dentist thought it seemed like a cold sore that got spread around the entirety of my lips). After that was taken care of from a
M 19 120 5'8 white healthy Hello! I applied desonide ointment on a patch of skin to help heal it and I think I may have had an allergic reaction to it possibly? I've been prescribed it before and I never had any reaction but now I have red spots all over my belly and under my arms should I wait or
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
2 Reddit threads analysed for NEOMYCIN SULFATE
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
1,653 upvotes
My husband is a CVS floater so that’s not even his store. His coworkers found out we’re having a baby and they planned him a baby shower. He’s ecstatic about it! I just thought this is a positive and wholesome thing to share here.
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Both DESONIDE OINTMENT and NEOMYCIN SULFATE belong to the Corticosteroid class. While they share a similar mechanism of action, differences in pharmacokinetics, dosing, and side effect profiles may make one more suitable than the other for individual patients. DESONIDE OINTMENT is administered via Topical, whereas NEOMYCIN SULFATE uses Auricular (otic). Route of administration can affect onset of action and patient adherence.
NEOMYCIN SULFATE carries 2 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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