Flucort H Cream

About Flucort H Cream

Flucort H Cream is a topical medication commonly used for various inflammatory and itchy skin conditions. The main active ingredient in Flucort H Cream is Fluocinolone acetonide 0.1% w/w. This is a potent corticosteroid.

What it’s Used For

Flucort H Cream is prescribed to treat the symptoms of a variety of skin conditions characterized by:

• Inflammation: Swelling, redness.
• Itching: Pruritus.
• Discomfort: Pain, irritation.

A group of conditions that cause the skin to become inflamed, itchy, red, cracked, and rough. A chronic autoimmune disease that causes red, scaly patches on the skin, often on the elbows, knees, scalp, and lower back.

How it Works

It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers in the body (like prostaglandins and leukotrienes) that trigger inflammation, redness, and swelling in the skin.

It also helps to reduce the overactive immune response in the skin that contributes to conditions like eczema and psoriasis. This further helps to decrease redness and swelling in the affected area.

How to Use Flucort H Cream

This cream is strictly for external application on the skin. Do not ingest it. Always wash and thoroughly dry the affected area before applying the cream. Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected skin.

Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the cream, unless your hands are in the area being treated. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, and other mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.

Precautions and Warnings

Flucort H Cream is a prescription medicine. Use it only as directed by a doctor. Use with caution in children, as they may be more susceptible to systemic absorption and side effects. Always consult a child’s doctor for advice.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It may be unsafe to use during pregnancy, and caution is advised during breastfeeding.

If your skin condition does not improve after 4 weeks of treatment, consult your doctor.

Side Effects

• Skin thinning (atrophy)
• Stretch marks (striae)
• Changes in skin color
• Folliculitis

Systemic absorption (if used excessively or for prolonged periods, especially on large areas or broken skin, it can lead to side effects similar to oral steroids, though this is rare with proper use).