Amcinonide Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 20, 2024.

Applies to amcinonide topical: topical application cream, topical application lotion, topical application ointment.

Serious side effects of amcinonide topical

Along with its needed effects, amcinonide topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking amcinonide topical:

Incidence not known

• blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin
• irritation
• itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin
• redness and scaling around the mouth
• thinning of the skin with easy bruising, especially when used on the face or where the skin folds together (e.g. between the fingers)

Other side effects of amcinonide topical

Some side effects of amcinonide topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

• acne or pimples
• burning and itching of the skin with pinhead-sized red blisters
• burning, itching, and pain in hairy areas, or pus at the root of the hair
• increased hair growth on the forehead, back, arms, and legs
• lightening of normal skin color
• lightening of treated areas of dark skin
• reddish purple lines on the arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin
• softening of the skin

For healthcare professionals

Applies to amcinonide topical: topical cream, topical lotion, topical ointment.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were itching, stinging, soreness, and burning.^[Ref]

Endocrine

• Frequency not reported: Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, Cushing's syndrome^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Frequency not reported: Intracranial hypertension (including bulging fontanelles, headaches, bilateral papilledema)^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Frequency not reported: Hyperglycemia, glucosuria^[Ref]

Local

• Very common (10% or more): Itching (20%), stinging (20%), soreness (20%), burning (20%)^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Frequency not reported: Irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria.^[Ref]

Further information

Amcinonide topical side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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