Relieving itching and inflammation of the skin. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Fluocinolone cream is a topical corticosteroid. Exactly how it works is unknown.
Important safety information:
Avoid contact with eyes. In case of contact, wash eyes immediately with water.
If Fluocinolone cream was prescribed to treat the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.
Fluocinolone cream has a corticosteroid in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has a corticosteroid in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do NOT use more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Do not use Fluocinolone cream for any conditions other than the one for which it was prescribed.
Talk with your doctor before you receive any vaccine while you are using Fluocinolone cream.
Corticosteroids may affect growth rate in CHILDREN and teenagers in some cases. They may need regular growth checks while they use Fluocinolone cream.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Fluocinolone cream while you are pregnant. It is not known if Fluocinolone cream is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Fluocinolone cream, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Fluocinolone cream side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dryness; itching.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; acne-like rash; excessive hair growth; inflamed hair follicles; inflammation around the mouth; irritation, burning, redness, or swelling not present before using Fluocinolone cream; thinning, softening, or discoloration of the skin.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Fluocinolone cream - Frequently asked Questions
Can Fluocinolone cream be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Fluocinolone cream?
Use Fluocinolone cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Fluocinolone cream is for external use only.
Apply a small amount of medicine to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands after applying Fluocinolone cream, unless your hands are part of treated area.
If Fluocinolone cream is applied to a hairy site, the hair should be parted to allow the medicine direct contact with the skin.
Do not bandage or wrap the affected area unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Fluocinolone cream, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Fluocinolone cream.
Who should not take Fluocinolone cream?
Some medical conditions may interact with Fluocinolone cream. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have measles, chickenpox, or tuberculosis
if you have hardening or thinning of the skin or a skin infection
if you have recently been vaccinated or you have had a positive tuberculin skin test
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Fluocinolone cream. Because little, if any, of Fluocinolone cream is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Fluocinolone cream may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Fluocinolone cream be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Fluocinolone cream be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Fluocinolone cream, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Fluocinolone cream. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
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