LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical), a high-potency anti-inflammatory corticosteroid is prescribed by the physicians for the patients with skin disorders like eczema, psoriasis and corticosteroid responsive dermatitis, pruritis and other allergic skin manifestations. LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) can relieve the symptoms of itching, reddening, inflammation and swelling.
Who should not take LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) should not be prescribed for the patients with stasis dermatitis like skin diseases with circulatory problems, lesions of the skin with the infections of the varicella, herpes simplex and vaccinia virus. LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) is contraindicated in the patients with untreated fungal, viral and bacterial including tubercular infections. If you are allergic to LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) you should not take with out medical advice. According to Food and Drug Administration (FDA), LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) is classified as Pregnancy Category – C drug and it should be used with caution in case of pregnancy and breast feeding. If you have any surgery in the near future, inform your doctor about the use of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical).
LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) Side Effects:
LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) can cause serious side effects like thinning of the hair, reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA) suppression, diabetes and glycosuria, skin atrophy, abnormal growth of hair (hypertrichosis) in the leg and hand, back, and the fore head. Other side effects of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) are intense itching, changes in the skin coloration, swollen hair follicles, muscle weakness and tiredness. LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) can cause secondary infections that may lead to serious systemic septic conditions. Natural corticosteroids may be suppressed after two or more weeks of exposure of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical). In rare conditions, LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) can cause posterior sub-capsular cataract in some patients.
How should I take LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
The recommended adult dosage for the LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) is 2 – 4 times a day but varies from person to person depending on the clinical conditions. The following instruction should be followed to take the LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical): (1) Avoid using LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) for a large area of application 2) Apply a thin film of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) and rub it gently and thoroughly until it become dry 3) If you are treating he scalp rub the LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) gently and do not wash the scalp immediately 4) Do not cover or bandage the application site of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) unless it is directed by the Physician. 5) LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) is not recommended for the occlusion dressings. Keep taking LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your problems or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to take LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) as often and in the way LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
Take LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
For LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
Avoid using LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) in skin abrasion, open wounds, cuts and bleeding sites.
It is important to take LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
Perform your blood tests including blood coagulation tests in the long term use of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical).
LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) is strictly not for ophthalmic use. Avoid contact with eyes.
If there is no visible benefit more than 2 weeks of treatment or there is any symptom of onset of bacterial, fungal or viral infection on the site of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) application, consult your Physician right away.
Do not stop taking LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) away from the reach of the children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
Take the missed dose of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and apply LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) medication.
What happens if I overdose of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
Over dosage of LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) can cause serious to life threatening complications. Please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical)?
LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for LIDEX OINMENT (Fluocinonide topical) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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