Flucort Skin Lotion (Fluocinolone acetonide 0.01%) 30ML

Description

Flucort Skin Lotion is topical medicine used to treat skin conditions such as eczema (a skin condition in which the skin becomes dry, itchy, red, and bumpy), dermatitis (skin irritation), psoriasis (a skin condition that occurs due to abnormal immune activity and causes dry, itchy, and scaly skin due to buildup of skin cells), etc. It works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals in your body and relieves symptoms like redness, swelling, irritation, etc.

Flucort Skin Lotion shows some side effects like burning sensation, irritation, itching, or dryness at the site of application. Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

Flucort Skin Lotion is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse with plenty of water in case of accidental contact. Use it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer of the lotion over the affected area. Do not cover the affected area with bandages unless instructed by your doctor.

Flucort Skin Lotion is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any other skin conditions or using any other topical medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine. Avoid using Flucort Skin Lotion for any other skin conditions unless prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Flucort Skin Lotion
Lightening of skin at the area of application
Change in skin color
Acne
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Swelling

Uses of Flucort Skin Lotion

What is it prescribed for?
Inflammatory skin conditions
Skin inflammation (swelling and redness) and rashes occur due to the activation of your immune system leading to symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, etc., of your skin. Some inflammatory skin conditions include dermatitis (swelling and irritation of the skin), psoriasis (red, itchy, and scaly patches), and eczema (thick, dry, and itchy skin). Flucort Skin Lotion is used to relieve symptoms and decrease the flare-up of such conditions.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid using Flucort Skin Lotion if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Flucort Skin Lotion is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this lotion.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of sufficient safety data, Flucort Skin Lotion should be used while breastfeeding only upon your doctor’s recommendation. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this lotion.
General warnings
External use
Flucort Skin Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, open wounds, or broken skin.
Growth retardation
Flucort Skin Lotion may interfere with the growth and development of children. Hence, children using this medicine should be monitored closely concerning growth parameters such as body weight, height, etc. Your child’s doctor may prescribe the minimum effective dose to reduce the chances of such side effects.
Other medicines
Flucort Skin Lotion may interact with other medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with Flucort Skin Lotion.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Flucort Skin Lotion as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Flucort Skin Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.

General Instructions

Apply a thin film of Flucort Skin Lotion to the affected area of the skin as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert.

Avoid applying Flucort Skin Lotion in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.

Avoid covering the application area with bandages or other dressings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.

Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not improve or resolve after two weeks of use.