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Flucinate Shampoo is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. It contains Fluocinolone acetonide, which reduces the release of inflammatory mediators (chemicals that cause inflammation). It causes constriction of blood vessels, decreasing the access of cells to the injury site. It helps reduce inflammation, itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort. The common side effects of Flucinate Shampoo are redness, itching, or dryness of the skin, acne, inflamed hair follicles, loss of skin colour, thinning of the skin, and burning or stinging at the application site. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and any pre-existing medical conditions.
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About Flucinate Shampoo
Flucinate Shampoo is primarily used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that primarily affects the scalp, leading to inflammation, scaly patches, and persistent dandruff.
Flucinate Shampoo contains fluocinolone acetonide, which causes constriction of blood vessels, decreasing the access of immune cells to the injury site.
The common side effects of Flucinate Shampoo include dry skin, acne, inflamed hair follicles, and burning or stinging at the application site. Most of these side effects of Flucinate Shampoo do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Do not use Flucinate Shampoo if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Before using Flucinate Shampoo, inform your doctor if you have any scalp infection, Cushing's syndrome (a condition caused by excessive levels of corticosteroid hormones), diabetes (high blood sugar), or liver/kidney disease. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Flucinate Shampoo.
Uses of Flucinate Shampoo
Flucinate Shampoo is used in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. The detailed uses of Flucinate Shampoo are as follows:
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Alcohol
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It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Flucinate Shampoo. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Pregnancy
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Flucinate Shampoo is a category C medicine. Its safety and effectiveness during pregnancy have not been established. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant before using Flucinate Shampoo.
Breast Feeding
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It is unknown whether Flucinate Shampoo passes into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Flucinate Shampoo.
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Flucinate Shampoo does not affect your ability to drive.
Liver
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Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver disease before using Flucinate Shampoo.
Kidney
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Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease before using Flucinate Shampoo.
Children
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Flucinate Shampoo should be used with caution in children, as it may affect growth in some cases.
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Please inform your doctor if you have heart disease before using Flucinate Shampoo, as there is limited information available on its safety and effectiveness.
Geriatrics
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Flucinate Shampoo can be used in the elderly when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Flucinate Shampoo, please consult a doctor.
Flucinate Shampoo belongs to the class of medications called Corticosteroids, used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
Flucinate Shampoo contains fluocinolone acetonide, which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It reduces the release of inflammatory mediators (chemicals that cause inflammation). It causes constriction of blood vessels, decreasing the access of immune cells to the injury site. This effect helps inflammation, itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort.
Do not use for longer-term unless prescribed by your doctor, as prolonged use may cause inflamed hair follicles and thinning of the hair.
Flucinate Shampoo should improve your condition within the first 2 weeks of your treatment. Consult your doctor if the symptoms do not improve.
The common side effects of Flucinate Shampoo include dryness of the skin, inflamed hair follicles, loss of skin colour, thinning of the skin, and burning or stinging at the application site. Most of these side effects of Flucinate Shampoo do not require medical attention and typically resolve on their own over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Before using Flucinate Shampoo, check the label for instructions. Shake the bottle well before each use. Wet your hair and scalp with water. Apply sufficient shampoo and gently massage your scalp to produce a good lather. Leave it for 5 minutes. Rinse your hair and scalp thoroughly with water. If Flucinate Shampoo accidentally comes into contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
Flucinate Shampoo is safe for children only if it is used as prescribed by the doctor.
No, do not stop using Flucinate Shampoo without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better, as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to use Flucinate Shampoo for the prescribed duration.
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