psorcon
Psorcon (Diflorasone Diacetate) is a corticosteroid used to treat Facial Dermatoses, Foot Dermatoses, Hand Dermatoses, Inflammation.
Diflorasone Diacetate · by Taro Pharms North
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Diflorasone Diacetate
- Drug class
- Corticosteroid
- Form
- Topical
- Strength
- Diflorasone Diacetate 0.05% **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- facial dermatoses, foot dermatoses, hand dermatoses
- Manufacturer
- Taro Pharms North
- FDA application
- NDA020205
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
How this class works, per Corticosteroids - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Dosage forms
Topical
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Psorcon treat?
- Psorcon (Diflorasone Diacetate) may be used to treat facial dermatoses, foot dermatoses, hand dermatoses, inflammation, leg dermatoses, pruritus, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How does Psorcon work?
- Psorcon is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids mimic the body's natural stress hormone cortisol: they enter cells and bind a glucocorticoid receptor that switches off genes for inflammatory chemicals, calming swelling, redness, and an overactive immune response.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Psorcon?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Psorcon. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Psorcon?
- Psorcon is marketed by Taro Pharms North. You can see Taro Pharms North's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Psorcon a brand-name or generic drug?
- Psorcon is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Diflorasone Diacetate.
- Is Psorcon available over the counter?
- No. Psorcon is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Psorcon come in?
- Psorcon is currently marketed as topical, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Psorcon?
- Psorcon is classified as corticosteroid, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Psorcon FDA-registered?
- Psorcon is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA020205. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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