# Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil (Fluocinolone Acetonide)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/fluocinolone-acetonide-oil
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil?

Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil (brand name: Fluocinolone Acetonide) is a corticosteroid taken topical. It is prescribed to treat facial dermatoses, inflammation, pruritus. Across the United States, 3,000 doctors prescribe Fluocinolone to approximately 56,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Fluocinolone Acetonide

## Indications

Fluocinolone Acetonide Oil is prescribed for several conditions including facial dermatoses, inflammation, pruritus, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Facial Dermatoses](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/facial-dermatoses)
- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Pruritus](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pruritus)
- [Hand Dermatoses](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/hand-dermatoses)
- [Foot Dermatoses](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/foot-dermatoses)
- [Leg Dermatoses](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/leg-dermatoses)
- [Dermatitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/dermatitis)
- [Atopic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/atopic)
- [Psoriasis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/psoriasis)
- [Scalp Dermatoses](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/scalp-dermatoses)

## Mechanism of action

activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Corticosteroid [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists [MoA]
- Route of administration: TOPICAL

## Common side effects

itching, rash, swelling

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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