Flucort Skin Cream

What is Flucort Skin Cream?

Flucort cream is a topical corticosteroid prescribed for inflammatory skin conditions like itching, redness, discomfort, crusting, dryness, and scaling. It contains Fluocinolone as the active ingredient.

Classification and Mechanism of Action

Flucort Skin Cream is an adrenocortical steroid which has anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory and immune modulating properties. Fluocinolone is absorbed through the skin into the inflamed cells and blocks the prostaglandins and leukotrienes which cause inflammation. Fluocinolone also causes vasoconstriction which impedes the leaking of the cells.

Looking after your drug

Store the cream below 25⁰C and keep it capped when not in use. Prevent contamination of the nozzle and inside of the cap.

How to take Flucort Skin Cream?

Squeeze the required amount and rub it gently into the skin of the affected area. Do not cover the skin after application unless dressing is prescribed.

Dosage

Apply as a thin film two to four times in a day.

Overdose

Consult your doctor right away.

Missed Dose

Apply as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose then skip the missed dose

Warnings and Precautions

It should be used as an external medication only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mouth or any other mucosal surfaces. Do not over apply.

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects are skin irritation, dermatitis, thinning of the skin, and striae formation.

When Flucort Skin Cream should not be used?

In case of an allergy or hypersensitivity. On open wounds or burns. Use caution in case of pregnancy and while lactating.

How long should you take Flucort Skin Cream?

As long as prescribed but no more than 14 days.