Pack size: 1 10gm tube  |  Price is for the whole 10gm tube

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Generic: Fluticasone Propionate 0.005% Topical

Form: Ointment 0.005%

Indication

Psoriasis, Eczema, Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Adult Dose

Topical ointment Atopic Dermatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once or twice daily. Rub in gently. Reassess diagnosis if no improvements within 2 weeks

Child Dose

Topical ointment Atopic Dermatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses Child > 1 year: Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once or twice daily.

Contraindication

Fluticasone Propionate ointment is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components in the preparation.

Mode of Action

Fluticasone Propionate is a synthetic, trifluorinated corticosteroid that provides anti-inflammatory activity. It binds to glucocorticoid receptor and inhibits the migration of inflammatory mediator & cells (histamine, leukotrienes, mast cells, eosinophils etc).

Precaution

Fluticasone Propionate ointment may cause local cutaneous adverse reactions. If irritation develops, Fluticasone Propionate ointment should be discontinued. Fluticasone Propionate ointment should not be used in the presence of preexisting skin atrophy and should not be used where infection is present at the treatment site. This should not be used in the treatment of rosacea and perioral dermatitis. Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a steroid medicine. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy due to skin conditions such as atopic eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

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Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established