Treats many skin disorders.Belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids
Brand Names:
Lidex, Lidex-E
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to fluocinonide, hydrocortisone, triamcinolone (Aristocort®), betamethasone (Valisone®), or clobetasol (Temovate®)
Uses:
Cream, Ointment, Gel/Jelly, Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much to use and how often.
For use on your skin only.
Apply a thin layer to the affected area. Rub in gently.
You should not use in or around your eyes.
Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to.
If a dose is missed:
Use the medicine as soon as possible.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
Do not apply two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Do not mix or use other skin medicines with this medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
Warnings:
Make sure your doctor knows if you have tuberculosis, diabetes, or an infection of the skin before you use this medicine.
You should not use this medicine on your face or neck unless your doctor told you to do so.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Severe itching, burning, or skin irritation
Signs of infection such as redness, swelling, drainage, or pus
