Fluocinonide

Lyderm Cream 0.05% Cream Fluocinonide

60 g - $46.57 USD 120 g - $78.12 USD 180 g - $109.67 USD 240 g - $141.22 USD 300 g - $172.77 USD 360 g - $204.32 USD

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Fluocinonide Prescription Drug Information

Fluocinonide (On the skin)
Fluocinonide (floo-oh-SIN-oh-nide)

Treats many skin disorders. Also relieves pain, itching, and swelling caused by skin diseases. Fluocinonide is a corticosteroid.

Brand Name(s):Vanos, Lidex
There may be other brand names for Fluocinonide.

When Fluocinonide Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Fluocinonide if you have had an allergic reaction to fluocinonide, hydrocortisone, triamcinolone (Aristocort®), betamethasone (Valisone®), or clobetasol (Temovate®).

How to Use Fluocinonide:
Cream, Gel/Jelly, Liquid, Ointment

• Your doctor will tell you how much of Fluocinonide to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
• Fluocinonide is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts or scrapes. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away.
• Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using Fluocinonide.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected area. Rub it in gently.
• Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless your doctor has told you to.
• Fluocinonide is not for long-term use.

If a dose of Fluocinonide is missed:

• If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, apply it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to apply the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

How to Store and Dispose of Fluocinonide:

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
• Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine container and any leftover medicine after you have finished your treatment. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
• Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Fluocinonide:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated skin areas.

Warnings While Using Fluocinonide:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have tuberculosis, diabetes, increased pressure in the head, skin infections or problems, or an adrenal problem called Cushing's syndrome.
• You or your child should not use Fluocinonide on your face neck, groin, or underarms unless your doctor told you to do so.
• Using too much of Fluocinonide or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time. Talk to your doctor right away if you or your child have more than one of these symptoms while you are using Fluocinonide: blurred vision; dizziness or fainting; a fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat; increased thirst or urination; irritability; or unusual tiredness or weakness.
• Stop using Fluocinonide and check with your doctor right away if you or your child have a skin rash, burning, stinging, swelling, or irritation on the skin.
• Do not use Fluocinonide for a skin problem that has not been checked by your doctor.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor.
• Your doctor will need to check your progress at regular visits while you are using Fluocinonide. Be sure to keep all appointments.
• You should not use Fluocinonide for your child without a doctor's approval.

Possible Side Effects While Using Fluocinonide:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
• Itching, flaking, or dryness of treated skin area.
• Severe burning, pain, redness, swelling, or irritation of the treated skin areas.
• Signs of skin infection such as redness, swelling, drainage, or pus.

If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Fluocinonide, talk with your doctor:

• Acne or tiny pimples on the skin.
• Changes in the color of the treated skin.
• Excessive hair growth.
• Headache.
• Itching and redness around your lips.
• Mild skin redness, stinging, swelling, or hardening.
• Poor healing of the skin.
• Raised spots on the skin.
• Runny or stuffy nose.
• Thinning of the skin or bruising.

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Fluocinonide, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088