Fluocinonide (5 brand names, 4 dosage forms, 1 route)
Available dosage forms: OINTMENT, GEL, SOLUTION, CREAM.
Routes of administration: TOPICAL.
Brand Names
- FLUOCINONIDE
- FLUOCINONIDE EMULSIFIED BASE
- LIDEX
- LIDEX-E
- VANOS
Indications and Usage
Fluocinonide Ointment is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Dosage and Administration
Fluocinonide Ointment is generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of the occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
Contraindications
Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.
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 Perioral dermatitis Itching Allergic contact dermatitis Irritation Maceration of the skin Dryness Secondary infection Folliculitis Skin atrophy Hypertrichosis Striae Acneiform eruptions Miliaria Hypopigmentation
Overdosage
Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see PRECAUTIONS).