Flucort Skin Cream 20 g

Flucort Skin Cream 20 g is a topical corticosteroid cream containing fluocinolone acetonide 20 g per tube. It is used on the skin to reduce redness, itching, swelling, and irritation caused by steroid-responsive inflammatory skin conditions. This prescription cream belongs to the corticosteroid class and is meant for short-term use on areas your doctor thinks need anti-inflammatory treatment.

How it works: Fluocinolone acetonide works by calming the immune response in the skin, which lowers inflammation, redness, and itching. Because Flucort Skin Cream 20 g is a cream, it spreads easily over affected skin and helps the medicine reach the irritated area in a thin layer.

Flucort Skin Cream 20 g is a cream strength packaged as a 20 g tube, which is useful when a doctor wants a moderate amount for a localized skin area or a limited treatment course. Compared with larger packs or stronger steroid products, this size is easier to carry, easier to finish within the prescribed course, and allows the prescriber to limit exposure on sensitive skin.

• Relief of itching and redness
• Inflammatory skin rashes
• Steroid-responsive dermatitis
• Eczema-type flares
• Allergic skin irritation

• Use only on skin as directed by your doctor; do not swallow Flucort Skin Cream 20 g.
• Wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of cream.
• Apply just enough to cover the irritated skin; rub in gently unless your prescriber says otherwise.
• Wash your hands after use, unless your hands are the area being treated.
• Do not cover with tight bandages or occlusive dressings unless instructed by a doctor.
• Use it for the prescribed number of days only, even if the skin feels better sooner.

Each tube of Flucort Skin Cream 20 g contains 20 g of cream, so the amount supplied is fixed, but the actual dose depends on how much cream your doctor tells you to apply each time. It is usually applied 1 to 4 times daily for a short period, but the maximum amount and frequency depend on the body area, skin condition, and your prescriber’s instructions. Your doctor decides the exact schedule; using more often or for longer than prescribed can raise the risk of side effects.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Fluocinolone Acetonide may include:

• Burning or stinging where applied
• Itching or irritation at the application site
• Dry skin
• Redness
• Skin peeling
• Thinning of the skin with repeated use
• More local irritation if applied too often or under occlusion

• Use Flucort Skin Cream 20 g only on the skin; do not use in the eyes, mouth, or vagina.
• Avoid using on infected skin unless your doctor also treats the infection.
• Do not apply to the face, groin, or underarms for long periods unless specifically told to do so.
• Children may absorb more medicine through the skin, so use extra caution and follow the prescribed amount exactly.
• Do not use large amounts, long treatment courses, or occlusive dressings unless your doctor directs it.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have thinning skin or diabetes.
• If the rash does not improve or gets worse, contact your healthcare provider.

• Other topical steroids
• Topical antifungals or antibiotics used at the same site
• Other irritating skin products such as retinoids, acne treatments, or astringents
• Occlusive dressings that increase absorption
• Medicines that suppress the immune system may increase infection risk

Store Flucort Skin Cream 20 g at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep the tube away from excess heat, moisture, and freezing.