Fluocinolone Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 16, 2024.

Usual Adult Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

No more than one ounce of the shampoo should be applied to the scalp area once a day, worked into a lather and allowed to remain on the scalp for approximately 5 minutes

Comments:

• Hair and scalp should be rinsed thoroughly with water.

Use: Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp

Usual Adult Dose for Psoriasis

Apply a thin film on the scalp, massage well and cover scalp with the supplied shower cap.

Comments:

• Wet or dampen hair and scalp thoroughly
• Leave the oil on overnight or for a minimum of 4 hours before washing it off
• Wash hair with regular shampoo and rinse thoroughly

Use: Treatment of psoriasis of the scalp

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis

Apply a thin film to the affected area two to four times a day

Comments:

• Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
• If an infection occurs, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated.

Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Eczema

Apply a thin film to the affected area two to four times a day

Comments:

• Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
• If an infection occurs, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated.

Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Atopic Dermatitis

Topical (body) oil: Apply a thin film to the affected areas three times a day

Comments:

• Use should be discontinued when control of disease is achieved.
• If no improvement is seen within 2 weeks, a healthcare provider should be contacted.

Use: Treatment of atopic dermatitis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Atopic Dermatitis

3 months and older:
Topical (scalp and body) oil: Apply to affected area twice a day for up to 4 weeks

Comments:

• The oil should not be applied to the diaper area.
• Intertriginous areas should be avoided.
• Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients younger than 3 months of age have not been established.

Use: Treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis

No more than one ounce of the shampoo should be applied to the scalp area once a day, worked into a lather and allowed to remain on the scalp for approximately 5 minutes

Comments:

• Safety and effectiveness in children and infants have not been established.
• Hair and scalp should be rinsed thoroughly with water.

Use: Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dermatitis

Apply a thin film to the affected area two to four times a day

Comments:

• Pediatric patients may demonstrate greater susceptibility to topical corticosteroid-induced HPA axis suppression and Cushing's syndrome than mature patients because of a larger skin surface area to body weight ratio.
• Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
• If an infection occurs, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated.

Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Pediatric Dose for Eczema

Apply a thin film to the affected area two to four times a day

Comments:

• Pediatric patients may demonstrate greater susceptibility to topical corticosteroid-induced HPA axis suppression and Cushing's syndrome than mature patients because of a larger skin surface area to body weight ratio.
• Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
• If an infection occurs, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy initiated.

Use: Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients younger than 3 months of age have not been established.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• This drug should not be used on the face, groin, or axillae, unless directed by a healthcare professional.
• The treated area should not be bandaged, covered, or wrapped, as to be occlusive, unless directed by a healthcare provider.
• Parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area.

Storage requirements:

• Excessive heat and freezing should be avoided.

Monitoring:

• Endocrine: HPA-axis suppression (Urinary free-cortisol test, ACTH-stimulation test)

Patient advice:

• Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions, especially those that develop under occlusive dressings.
• This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Contact with the eyes should be avoided.
• Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any condition other than for which it was prescribed.

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