Fluocinonide per gravi condizioni infiammatorie della pelle

About fluocinonide

Fluocinonide is classed as a potent topical corticosteroid. I corticosteroidi topici sono anche chiamati steroidi topici. I corticosteroidi topici sono utilizzati in aggiunta agli idratanti (emollienti) per trattare condizioni infiammatorie della pelle come eczema e dermatite. A topical steroid is used when patches of eczema or dermatitis flare up. Fluocinonide relieves the symptoms of a flare-up by reducing inflammation, itching and redness. It is not a cure for the condition, but it will help to relieve the symptoms. Short courses of fluocinonide may also be prescribed for the treatment of psoriasis for small areas such as the scalp, soles of the feet, or palms of the hands.

It is likely you will be prescribed a cream if the affected areas of your skin are moist or weeping, or an ointment if your skin is dry. Fluocinonide is not generally suitable for children, as less potent topical steroids are often preferred. However, a short course of up to two weeks may occasionally be prescribed for a child with severe eczema on the arms or legs.

Before using fluocinonide

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you start using fluocinonide it is important that your doctor knows:

• Se hai delle aree di pelle infetta.

• Se hai la rosacea o l'acne.

• Se sei incinta o stai allattando.

• Se hai mai avuto una reazione allergica a una preparazione per la pelle.

How to use fluocinonide

• Prima di iniziare a utilizzare la preparazione, leggi il foglietto illustrativo stampato dal produttore all'interno della confezione. Ti fornirà ulteriori informazioni sugli steroidi topici e ti fornirà un elenco completo degli effetti collaterali che potresti riscontrare utilizzandoli.

• Apply a small amount to the areas of skin which are inflamed. Then gently rub it into the skin until it has disappeared. Do not use fluocinonide on any open sores or infected areas of skin.

• La quantità di steroide topico che dovresti applicare è comunemente misurata in unità di punta delle dita (FTU). Un FTU è la quantità di crema o unguento che viene spremuta lungo la punta del dito di un adulto (cioè, dalla fine del dito alla prima piega del dito). Come guida, un FTU è sufficiente per coprire un'area due volte la dimensione di una mano adulta. Il tuo medico ti darà un'idea di quanti FTU avrai bisogno per coprire l'area della tua pelle che è interessata.

• Your doctor will tell you how often to apply fluocinonide. It should not be applied more than twice a day, and once a day is often sufficient.

• Se stai usando più di un corticosteroide topico, assicurati di sapere quando e dove usare ciascuno. Se hai dubbi, consulta il tuo medico o chiedi ulteriori consigli al tuo farmacista.

• After you have applied fluocinonide, remember to wash your hands (unless your hands are the treated area).

• If you are using fluocinonide for psoriasis, make sure you follow your doctor's instructions carefully. It should not be used for large areas of psoriasis or for long periods of time, as these can cause your symptoms to flare up again afterwards.

• Children are susceptible to side-effects from topical steroids. The main concern is for children who need frequent courses, as it can have an effect on their growth and this may need to be monitored. If your child has been prescribed fluocinonide, follow the directions you have been given very carefully, and do not use it for longer than you have been told to.

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• If you are using a moisturiser along with this preparation, apply the moisturiser first. Then wait 10-15 minutes before applying fluocinonide. This allows time for the moisturiser to be absorbed before the topical corticosteroid is applied. Your skin should be moist but not slippery when you apply fluocinonide.

• Do not use fluocinonide on your face unless a skin specialist doctor has said you should. If you have been told to use it on your face, be careful not to get any preparation near your eyes and do not use it for longer periods of time than you have been advised.

• Unless you are advised to do so by your doctor, do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the steroid and increase the risk of side-effects.

• Continue to use fluocinonide until the flare-up has gone, and then stop it. A course of treatment for 7-14 days is often sufficient. If your symptoms have not improved after this time (or if they get worse), speak again with your doctor for further advice. Topical corticosteroids like fluocinonide should not be used for long periods of time or on large areas of the body.

• After you finish using fluocinonide, continue to use your moisturiser every day as this will help to prevent a further flare-up. You may also be given a less potent topical steroid to use for a while after you stop using fluocinonide to make sure your symptoms go completely.

Can fluocinonide cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. You can reduce the risk of side-effects from fluocinonide, by applying the preparation thinly, no more than twice a day, and to the affected areas only.

Speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice if you experience any other side-effects which you think may be due to using fluocinonide.

How to store fluocinonide

• Tenere tutti i medicinali fuori dalla portata e dalla vista dei bambini.

• Conservare in un luogo fresco e asciutto, lontano da fonti di calore e luce diretta.

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