Generic name: fluocinonide topical [ FLOO-oh-SIN-oh-nide ]
Brand names: Fluocinonide-E, Fluovix, Vanos, Lidex, Licon,
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Drug class:Topical steroids
What is fluocinonide?
Fluocinonide is a potent corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Fluocinonide topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis and skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.
Fluocinonide topical is available in a cream, gel, ointment, and solution.
Warnings
Fluocinonide may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. Talk with your doctor.
Use care when using fluocinonide topical on a large part of the skin or where there are open wounds.
Do not use fluocinonide on cuts, scrapes, damaged skin, or on open wounds.
Do not use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants if treated part is in the diaper area. This may cause more of the medicine to be absorbed into the body.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use fluocinonide topical if you are allergic to it.
To make sure fluocinonide is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;
liver disease; or
an adrenal gland disorder.
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