Flucort Skin Cream Information
Flucort Skin Cream is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Seborrheic Dermatitis, Dermatitis. The alternative uses of Flucort Skin Cream have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Flucort Skin Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flucort Skin Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Flucort Skin Cream normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Flucort Skin Cream's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Flucort Skin Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flucort Skin Cream related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Flucort Skin Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Flucort Skin Cream with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flucort Skin Cream is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Flucort Skin Cream Benefits & Uses
Flucort Skin Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
- Skin Disorders
- Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
- Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
- Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Uveitis
- Vaginitis
- Candidal Infection
- Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
- Thrush
- Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Jock itch
- Vulvitis
- Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)
- Dandruff
Flucort Skin Cream Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Flucort Skin Cream Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flucort Skin Cream is used -
Moderate
Mild
- Skin scar
- Skin Thinning
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Flucort Skin Cream Related Warnings
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Is the use of Flucort Skin Cream safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Flucort for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Unknown -
Is the use of Flucort Skin Cream safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Flucort in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Flucort Skin Cream on the Kidneys?
Flucort is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Flucort Skin Cream on the Liver?
Flucort does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Flucort Skin Cream on the Heart?
Flucort has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Flucort Skin Cream with Other Drugs
Flucort Skin Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Flucort Skin Cream Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flucort Skin Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Diaper Rash
- Infections
Frequently asked Questions about Flucort Skin Cream
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Is this Flucort Skin Cream habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucort Skin Cream has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Flucort Skin Cream since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Flucort Skin Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flucort Skin Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Flucort Skin Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Flucort Skin Cream
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Flucort Skin Cream together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucort Skin Cream
Information about the interaction of Flucort Skin Cream and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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