How much does Topicort cost?

Pricing for Topicort varies by insurance plan, dose, and pharmacy. Our database does not show a fixed cost because prices change faster than we can verify. For current pharmacy prices, check your insurance's formulary tier (in the prior-authorization section), use the GoodRx or Cost Plus Drugs deep links on this page, or ask your pharmacist to run a test claim. If a copay card is listed, it usually drops the out-of-pocket significantly for commercial insurance.

Does Topicort need prior authorization?

Topicort appears on 1 payer formulary in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

Is there a copay card or patient assistance program for Topicort?

We haven't verified an active copay card or PAP for Topicort in our current data. Check NeedyMeds or RxAssist for independent directories, or submit what you find via our "Report a broken link" form.

What is Topicort used to treat?

Topicort (generic: Desoximetasone) is indicated for Dermatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

Does Topicort have a generic version?

The generic name for Topicort is Desoximetasone. Whether a generic is currently available depends on patent status — check the FDA Orange Book or ask your pharmacist. Generics are often substantially cheaper than brand-name drugs.

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About Topicort

What is this medication?

Topicort is a prescription topical corticosteroid containing the active ingredient desoximetasone. It is primarily used to treat the symptoms of various skin conditions that involve inflammation and itching, such as psoriasis, eczema, and contact dermatitis. By reducing the body's inflammatory response, this medication helps to alleviate the redness, swelling, and discomfort associated with these dermatological issues.

The medication works by suppressing the immune system's activity in the specific area where it is applied. It is available in several forms, including creams, ointments, gels, and sprays, to suit different skin types and treatment areas. Patients should follow their healthcare provider's instructions carefully, as this high-potency steroid is intended for short-term use and should not be applied to the face or thin skin unless specifically directed.

Copay & patient assistance

Detailed copay and financial assistance information is not publicly available for this medication at this time. Please consult your pharmacist or the manufacturer's official patient support program for more details.

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Topicort. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Mar 12, 2026

Indications and usage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Topicort ® (desoximetasone ointment USP) 0.05% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Dosage and administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply a thin film of Topicort ® (desoximetasone ointment USP) 0.05% to the affected skin areas twice daily. Rub in gently.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.

Warnings

WARNINGS Keep out of reach of children.

Adverse reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, and miliaria. In controlled clinical studies the incidence of adverse reactions was low (0.2%) for Topicort ® (desoximetasone ointment USP) 0.05% and included mild burning sensation at the site of application.

Use in pregnancy

Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Pregnancy Category C Corticosteroids have been shown to be teratogenic in laboratory animals when administered systemically at relatively low dosage levels. Some corticosteroids have been shown to be teratogenic after dermal application in laboratory animals. Desoximetasone has been shown to be teratogenic and embryotoxic in mice, rats, and rabbits when given by subcutaneous or dermal routes of administration in doses 15 to 150 times the human dose of Topicort ® (desoximetasone ointment USP) 0.05%. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids. Therefore, Topicort ® (desoximetasone ointment USP) 0.05% should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Drugs of this class should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

Click a condition to see copay cards, grants, and PA rules specific to it. For the full list of FDA-approved indications, see Prescribing information above.

Prior authorization & coverage

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