About diphenylcyclopropenone
Topical contact sensitizer
Used for
- Specialist treatment for alopecia areata
- Treatment of resistant warts
Usual adult dose
Applied to a small skin area to cause sensitization, then gradually increased weekly under specialist supervision.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-supervised topical treatment may be used for alopecia areata; dosing is individualized.
Common side effects
- Redness, itching, blistering, or eczema at application site
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Skin color changes
- Rare widespread allergic skin reaction
Important warnings
- For external use only; avoid eyes, mouth, and broken skin.
- Can cause severe irritation or allergic reactions; treatment requires specialist supervision.
- May cause lasting skin discoloration or scarring.
- Avoid sunlight on treated areas; the medicine can be light-sensitive.
Pregnancy
Human safety information is limited; use only when a clinician judges treatment necessary.
Breastfeeding
Safety information is limited; prevent infant contact with treated skin.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.