A member asked:

Was given desonide ointment 0.05% for really chapped lips caused by claravis. was wondering how does this work for my lips? is it a moisturizer?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Poor choice: For dry/chapped lips while on Claravis you do not need a cortisone steroid. Use chapstick. vaseline, Aquaphor to frequently grease your lips. You may also apply inside your nose.

Answered 5/15/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Mild corticosteroid: It work by stimulating the synthesis of enzymes to decrease inflammation, suppress mitotic activity and cause vasoconstriction. You should realize that your doctor has prescribed this medication as the benefit to you.

Dr Palabrica agreed

Answered 9/21/2017

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A member asked:

Was given desonide ointment 0.05% for really chapped lips caused by claravis. was wondering how does this work for my lips? is it a moisturizer?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Palabrica agreed

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