Fluticasone topical

Generic name: fluticasone topical [ floo-TIK-a-sone-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: Beser, Cutivate
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.05%); topical kit (0.05% with emollients); topical lotion (0.05%); topical ointment (0.005%)
Drug class:Topical steroids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 30, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is fluticasone topical?

Fluticasone is a potent steroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body.

Fluticasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by eczema or skin conditions that respond to steroid medication.

Fluticasone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use fluticasone topical if you are allergic to fluticasone or formaldehyde.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• any type of skin infection;

• a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;

• liver disease;

• glaucoma or cataracts;

• diabetes; or

• an adrenal gland disorder.

Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.

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