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desonide

Modality
small molecule
Mechanism
12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of desonide is unknown.
Targets
Glucocorticoid receptor
Storage
Approved
atopic dermatitis — FDA
In trial
psoriasis, atopic dermatitis
Sources
Last verified
2026-04-23
No curated MOA diagram yet. See lib/moa-data.ts for the shape; add an entry keyed by desonide.

Formulations

0.05% cream / ointment / lotion / gel / foam