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Fluzone Lotion 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 Fluzone Lotion 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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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Fluzone Lotion

Fluzone Lotion is a topical corticosteroid (a steroid medicine applied directly to the skin) used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, a common long-term skin condition that causes flaky scales, redness, itching, and irritation. Seborrheic dermatitis is linked to inflammation and an overgrowth of a natural yeast that normally lives on the skin. Although flare-ups may return from time to time, proper treatment can help control symptoms and keep your scalp comfortable.

Living with a flaky, itchy scalp can be frustrating and sometimes embarrassing, but this condition is common and treatable. Use Fluzone Lotion exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Apply it only to the affected areas of the scalp at the recommended times. Keeping your scalp clean, using mild hair care products, avoiding harsh chemicals, and not scratching the affected areas may help improve treatment results.

Some people may notice mild burning, stinging, dryness, or irritation where Fluzone Lotion is applied. These effects are usually temporary and improve as your skin adjusts to the treatment. However, stop using Fluzone Lotion and contact your doctor if you develop severe skin thinning, increasing redness, pus, persistent irritation, vision changes after accidental eye exposure, or signs of a serious allergic reaction.

Before using Fluzone Lotion, tell your doctor if you have a scalp infection, diabetes, poor blood circulation, thinning skin, rosacea, acne, or perioral dermatitis. Do not use Fluzone Lotion on untreated bacterial, fungal, or viral scalp infections because corticosteroids may make these infections worse.

Tell your doctor about all medicines and scalp products you are using, including other steroid medicines, medicated shampoos, or antifungal treatments such as ketoconazole shampoo, as they may affect your treatment plan. Avoid covering the treated scalp with shower caps, plastic wraps, or other tight coverings unless your doctor specifically advises you to do so, as this may increase the amount of medicine absorbed into your body. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, breastfeeding, or treating a child, consult your doctor before using Fluzone Lotion.

Uses of Fluzone Lotion

Fluzone Lotion is used in the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. The detailed uses of Fluzone Lotion are as follows:

  • Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp: Fluzone Lotion helps reduce scalp inflammation, itching, redness, and flaky scales caused by seborrheic dermatitis.
  • Scalp Itching and Irritation: It helps relieve persistent itching, burning, and discomfort associated with inflamed scalp skin.
  • Scalp Redness and Swelling: It helps calm inflamed areas of the scalp and reduces redness and swelling during flare-ups.
  • Scalp Flaking and Scaling: It helps control excessive flaking and scaling, improving scalp comfort and appearance.

Key Benefits

Fluzone Lotion helps relieve the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis by reducing inflammation and irritation on the scalp. Regular use as prescribed helps improve scalp comfort and supports healthier-looking skin.

Benefits may include:

  • Helps relieve persistent itching and scalp irritation.
  • Reduces redness, inflammation, and swelling of the affected skin.
  • Helps control flaking and scaling associated with seborrheic dermatitis.
  • Soothes the scalp, improving comfort during flare-ups.
  • Supports healthier-looking scalp skin and reduces visible symptoms.
  • Improves confidence and quality of life by helping keep scalp symptoms under control.

Directions for Use

  • Fluzone Lotion is for topical (for scalp) use only.
  • It is recommended to apply Fluzone Lotion once daily or as directed by your doctor.
  • Check the label for instructions before using Fluzone Lotion.
  • 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 Fluzone Lotion accidentally comes into contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
  • Do not apply Fluzone Lotion to broken skin or open wounds.

How Fluzone Lotion Works

Fluzone Lotion works by temporarily calming your body's localized immune response in the skin cells. When your skin is irritated, your immune system releases chemicals that cause blood vessels to widen, leading to swelling, redness, and itching. Fluzone Lotion penetrates the skin cells to block the production of these inflammatory chemicals, effectively stopping the irritation at its source. This localized action ensures that Fluzone Lotion treats only the affected areas, minimizing effects on the rest of your body.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Fluzone Lotion. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Fluzone Lotion 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 Fluzone Lotion.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Fluzone Lotion passes into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Fluzone Lotion.

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Driving

Safe

Fluzone Lotion does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver disease before using Fluzone Lotion.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing kidney disease before using Fluzone Lotion.

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Children

Caution

Fluzone Lotion should be used with caution in children, as it may affect growth in some cases.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please inform your doctor if you have heart disease before using Fluzone Lotion, as there is limited information available on its safety and effectiveness.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Fluzone Lotion can be used in the elderly when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Fluzone Lotion, please consult a doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Fluzone Lotion

Applying too much medicine occasionally is unlikely to cause serious harm. However, repeated excessive use over large areas or for long periods may increase the amount of medicine absorbed into your body and raise the risk of steroid-related side effects.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your scalp regularly: Use a mild or medicated shampoo recommended by your doctor to help remove excess flakes and keep your scalp clean.
  • Avoid scratching your scalp: Scratching can damage the skin, worsen inflammation, and increase the risk of infection.
  • Use gentle hair-care products: Avoid harsh shampoos, hair dyes, chemical treatments, and excessive heat styling during flare-ups, as these may irritate your scalp.
  • Manage stress: Stress may trigger or worsen seborrheic dermatitis in some people. Relaxation techniques, regular exercise, and adequate sleep may help reduce flare-ups.
  • Avoid tight head coverings: Do not wear tight caps, helmets, or shower caps over the treated area for long periods unless your doctor specifically advises you to do so, as this may increase the amount of medicine absorbed into the skin.
  • Follow long-term scalp care: Seborrheic dermatitis is a long-term condition that may return even after symptoms improve. Continue using medicated shampoos or maintenance treatments only as recommended by your doctor to help reduce future flare-ups.
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How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Fluzone Lotion to start to work: Fluzone Lotion ideally shows its action within 2 to 4 hours of application.
  • The time for which the effects of Fluzone Lotion last: The effect of Fluzone Lotion lasts for 12 to 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Fluzone Lotion

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and continue with your usual schedule. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for the missed application.

Storage

• Store Fluzone Lotion at room temperature in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • For scalp use only: Apply Fluzone Lotion only to the scalp unless your doctor specifically instructs you to use it on another area of the body.
  • Avoid contact with sensitive areas: Keep Fluzone Lotion away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and other sensitive areas. If accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with plenty of clean water.
  • Do not apply to untreated skin infections: Do not use Fluzone Lotion on untreated bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infections unless your doctor advises you to do so.
  • Use only as prescribed: Do not apply larger amounts or continue treatment for longer than recommended, even if your symptoms persist, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
  • Do not cover the treated area: Avoid covering the treated scalp with airtight dressings, shower caps, or plastic coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
  • Inform your healthcare provider about other scalp treatments: Tell your doctor if you are using medicated shampoos, ketoconazole shampoo, or other steroid-containing scalp products before starting Fluzone Lotion.
  • Consult your doctor if: Your scalp does not improve after about 2 weeks, becomes worse, or develops signs of infection such as increasing redness, swelling, pain, or pus.
  • Follow your prescribed treatment plan: This information supports, but does not replace, the advice of your healthcare professional. Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding the use of Fluzone Lotion.

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  • Topical corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone, clobetasol): Using these medicines alongside Fluzone Lotion on the same area may increase the risk of skin thinning and other corticosteroid-related side effects.
  • Topical antifungal medicines (e.g., ketoconazole shampoo): These medicines are often prescribed together with Fluzone Lotion for seborrheic dermatitis. Use each product exactly as directed by your doctor.
  • Other medicated scalp products (e.g., medicated shampoos, scalp lotions): Tell your doctor about all prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal scalp products you are using before starting Fluzone Lotion, as they may increase scalp irritation or affect treatment.

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Fluzone Lotion when used as directed.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Fluzone Lotion belongs to the class of medications called Corticosteroids, used to treat seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
Fluzone Lotion 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.
The common side effects of Fluzone Lotion 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 Fluzone Lotion 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 Fluzone Lotion, 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 Fluzone Lotion accidentally comes into contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
Fluzone Lotion is safe for children only if it is used as prescribed by the doctor.
Do not stop using Fluzone Lotion early without consulting your doctor, even if your itching or other symptoms improve. Use it for the prescribed duration, as stopping treatment too soon may allow your symptoms to return.
Follow the instructions provided for your specific scalp formulation. Some products are applied to a dry scalp and washed off later, while others are left on the scalp. Always follow your doctor's or product instructions.
Avoid applying hair oils or other scalp products unless your doctor advises you to do so, as they may reduce Fluzone Lotion effectiveness or change how well it is absorbed.
Many people notice improvement within a few days to two weeks. Because seborrheic dermatitis is a long-term condition, symptoms may return after treatment. Continue using Fluzone Lotion exactly as prescribed and attend follow-up appointments if flare-ups keep recurring.
No. Continue using Fluzone Lotion for the full treatment period recommended by your doctor. Stopping too early may allow symptoms to return.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Fluzone Lotion. Your doctor will decide whether the benefits outweigh the possible risks for you and your baby.
Stop using Fluzone Lotion and contact your doctor promptly if you notice pus, increasing pain, warmth, swelling, fever, or worsening redness, as these may be signs of an infection that needs different treatment.
Rinse your eyes immediately with plenty of clean water. If irritation, blurred vision, pain, or redness continues, seek medical advice promptly.
No. Fluzone Lotion helps control inflammation, itching, and flaking during flare-ups, but seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic condition that may return. Following your doctor's advice and maintaining regular scalp care can help reduce future flare-ups.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, Godrej Bkc, Plot C,  Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai 400 051, India
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