Flucort H Cream 20gm

FLUCORT H SKIN contains fluocinolone acetonide which is a steroid and reduces inflammation. It is used to treat inflammatory, itchy or allergic skin conditions. It works by activating natural substances called prostaglandins and leukotrienes in the skin to reduce swelling, redness and itching. Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor before using this medicine, since it is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby.

FLUCORT H SKIN may not be safe to breastfeed and ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply this medicine to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby’s mouth. Do not use this medicine on a child without medical advice. Always use this medicine exactly doctor has told you. It is for external use only. Do not use this medicine, if you have a skin condition called perioral dermatitis which is a dry sore red rash around the mouth. The most common side effects include an allergic (itchy) reaction, irritation, a worsening of acne, rosacea and dermatitis around the mouth, patches of pale skin (depigmentation) and localised increased hair growth.

USES OF FLUCORT H SKIN:

Indicated for the relief of inflammatory, itchy or allergic skin conditions

HOW FLUCORT H SKIN WORKS:

FLUCORT H SKIN works by activating natural substances called prostaglandins and leukotrienes in the skin to reduce swelling, redness and itching..

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Always use this medicine exactly doctor has told you. It is for external use only.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FLUCORT H SKIN:

COMMON

An allergic (itchy) reaction
Irritation
A worsening of acne and dermatitis around the mouth
Patches of pale skin (depigmentation)
Localised increased hair growth

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS:

Skin Itching:

Avoid bath in hot water because hot water can irritate the skin. Moisturizers can be used regular basis to soothe and hydrate the affected area.

WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS:

PREGNANCY

If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor before using FLUCORT H SKIN, since it is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby.

BREASTFEEDING

FLUCORT H SKIN may not be safe to breastfeed and ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply this medicine to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby’s mouth. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

ALLERGY

Do not use FLUCORT H SKIN if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to this medicine or any other ingredients in this medicine.

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you are using or recently used or might use any other topical medicines.

SYNOPSIS:

Drug : Fluocinolone
Pharmacological Category : Steroid
Therapeutic Indication :
Reduce Inflammation (redness and swelling)

Dosage Forms : Cream, Lotion, Shampoo

MORE INFORMATION:

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQ’s ABOUT FLUCORT H SKIN:

Q: Is FLUCORT H SKIN an antifungal cream?
A: No, it is not an antifungal cream. It is a potent topical corticosteroid treatment used to treat skin inflammation (redness and swelling) and itching of conditions such as plaque psoriasis, atopic dermatitis (eczema) or other steroid-responsive skin conditions.

Q: Is FLUCORT H SKIN a steroid?
A: It is a topical steroid used to treat in the inflammation and itching caused by several skin conditions include allergic reactions, eczema, seborrhoea, and psoriasis.

Q: What are the most common side effects of FLUCORT H SKIN?
A: The most common side effects include an allergic (itchy) reaction, irritation, a worsening of acne, rosacea and dermatitis around the mouth, patches of pale skin (depigmentation) and localised increased hair growth.