Flucinar gel 0,025% 15 gr

Flucinar instruction manual

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Composition

The preparation contains the main substance: fluocinolone acetonide.
Additional components: propylene glycol, lanolin, citric acid, petrolatum, ethanol, trilon B, methylhydroxybenzoate, carbopol 940, propylhydroxybenzoate, triethanolamine, purified water.

Form of issue

Issued Flucin in the form of an ointment or gel, packaged in tubes of 15 g.

pharmachologic effect

The drug shows antiexudative, antipruritic, anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effect.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Ointment Flucinar, like the gel, has antiexudative, antipruritic, anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects.
Its effect is provided by inhibiting the phospholipase A2, reducing the synthesis of PG and isolating the macrophage chemotactic factor.
At the same time, migration of macrophages and lymphocytes to the inflammation region is ensured, lysosome membrane stabilization, prevention of lysosomal enzymes isolation, blocking of release of biologically active components from sensitized mast cells, histophilic basophils and so on.
It was found that the activity of this drug is 40 times higher than hydrocortisone.

Indications for use

Gel and ointment Flucinar is used for external lesions. Therefore, the main indications for the use of ointments and gel are the treatment of severe inflammatory and allergic diseases of the skin and mucous membranes:
    neurodermatitis;
    seborrheic dermatitis;
    eczema;
    psoriasis;
    red flat lichen.

Contraindications

The drug is not prescribed for:
    hypersensitivity;
    children up to 2 years;
    acne;
    pregnancy;
    bacterial, fungal, viral and neoplastic diseases of the skin.

Side effects

Applying ointment or gel Flucin, one can expect the development of such side effects as atrophy of the skin and subcutaneous fat, light forms of lupus-like syndrome, the appearance or exacerbation of manifestations of red flat lichen. Also, the process of epithelization may be disturbed, the healing of wounds and ulcers may slow down, petechiae, striae, hair loss in women and so on.

Instructions for use Flucinar (Method and dosage)

Ointment Flucinar instructions for use advise to apply externally. In this case, the area of ​​application of the ointment is determined by the degree of damage.
Gel Flucinar instructions for use also recommends applying to the affected area, gently rubbing, up to 2 times a day, not more than 2 g.
In psoriasis, Flucinar H is often used, which can be applied under an occlusive dressing. Duration of treatment with a skin preparation on the face should not exceed 1 week, in other places - up to 2 weeks.
Treatment of children from 2 years should be done with extreme caution, no more often than once a day, in small areas of skin.

Overdose

Application of the drug for a long time to large areas of the skin can lead to the development of hypertension, the appearance of swelling, hyperglycemia, a decrease in immunity. If any of the symptoms of an overdose occur, you must stop using this medication.

Interaction

External application of this drug does not lead to interaction with other drugs. However, during the treatment period it is recommended to refrain from any kind of vaccination, as the immunological response may be inadequate. It has been established that Flucinar weakens the action of some immunomodulators and immunostimulants, but enhances the effectiveness of immunosuppressive drugs.

Terms of sale

Without recipe.

Storage conditions

For storing the drug, a place up to 25 C, which is inaccessible to children, is suitable.

Shelf life

3 years.