FLUCORT-N Not available

Indication

FLUCORT-N is a topical corticosteroid-antibiotic combination used for inflammatory skin conditions complicated or at risk of bacterial infection, including eczema, contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Ingredients

• Neomycin Sulfate
• Fluocinolone Acetonide

Direction

Adults and children over 2 years: Apply a thin layer to the affected area 2–3 times daily. Rub in gently. Duration of treatment should not exceed 7 days in children or 14 days in adults without reassessment.

Side effects

• Skin atrophy
• striae
• and telangiectasia with prolonged use.
• Contact sensitisation to neomycin.
• Local burning
• itching
• or dryness.
• Hypopigmentation.
• Rare: systemic corticosteroid effects with extensive or prolonged application.

Precautions

• Do not use on the face
• in skin folds
• or under occlusive dressings for prolonged periods — risk of skin atrophy.
• Contraindicated in primary skin infections (impetigo
• rosacea
• acne vulgaris
• perioral dermatitis) without appropriate antimicrobial treatment.
• Risk of neomycin
• induced contact sensitisation with prolonged use.
• Avoid use near eyes or mucous membranes.
• Not recommended for neonates or infants in large areas.
• Systemic absorption may occur
• especially under occlusion — monitor for HPA axis suppression in children.
• Keep out of reach of children.