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Manufacturer/Marketer

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Flucort N Cream

Flucort N Cream contains the combination of fluocinolone acetonide and neomycin. Flucort N Cream is used to treat skin infections. Flucort N Cream contains neomycin, an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria and contains fluocinolone acetonide medium-strength corticosteroid that reduces swelling, itching, and redness of the skin.

Infectious and harmful bacteria make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals called toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Fluocinolone acetonide works by activating natural substances in your skin to reduce swelling, itching, redness, and neomycin by inhibiting the bacterial synthesis and killing the bacteria by this Flucort N Cream reduces the infection.

Flucort N Cream is used only for the skin. Wash your hands before using, and clean and dry the affected area before applying the medicine. Apply a thin film of medication on the affected area and gently rubbed in as directed by a physician. Do not cover/wrap the bandage after applying the medicine unless your doctor says. If applied in the diaper region of infants, don't use tight diapers and plastic diapers. Side effects are burning irritation and dry skin if it persists longer duration, seek a doctor's help.

Flucort N Cream should be taken as directed by the physician. Do not use this medicine for a longer duration. Flucort N Cream should not be used in the treatment of infection in the outer eardrum canal. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Flucort N Cream.

Uses of Flucort N Cream

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Medicinal Benefits

Flucort N Cream fluocinolone acetonide and neomycin used to treat bacterial skin infections. Flucort N Cream is used to treat swelling, itching, redness, dryness, scaling, inflammation, and skin discomfort and also stops bacterial growth. Flucort N Cream may be used in the treatment of psoriasis and eczema to relieve symptoms.

Side Effects of Flucort N Cream

  • Burning,
  • Irritation
  • Dryness
  • Skin discolouration
  • Unwanted hair growth
  • Acne
  • Skin thinning 

Directions for Use

Apply a thin film of this cream/ointment in the affected area, and gently rub as directed by the doctor. Apply usually 2 to 4 times a day. Please wash your hands after applying unless it is to treat your hands. Do not cover/wrap the bandage unless your doctor advises it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

  • Flucort N Cream should be used before the expiration.
  • Check the label before use.
  • Caution should be taken while breastfeeding, and pregnant women use this medicine.
  • Flucort N Cream should not be taken for a longer duration because corticosteroids make it difficult for the body to respond to physical stress.

Therapeutic Class

TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: No interactions were found

Drug-disease interactions: No interactions were found

Drug-Food interactions: No interactions were found

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALCOHOL

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Foods that are good for skin problems are vitamin C, like oranges, papaya, kiwi, and guava.
  • Avoid eating eggs, cow milk, soy, and shellfish.
  • Take spinach, kale, and apples into your diet.
  • Avoid cakes, coffee, and smoothies that aggravate your symptoms.
  • Drink more water.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Flucort N Cream

Do not apply Flucort N Cream in large amounts or use it for a long time than recommended, as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects.

Special Advise

  • Wash your hands before and after applying Flucort N Cream.
  • Wash the affected area, pat it, and dry it before applying this medicine.
  • Do not apply it to the eardrum canal.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial skin infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria act on the skin. Symptoms include rashes, redness, itching, swelling, tenderness, and pus-filling blisters. Some bacterial skin infections are cellulitis, impetigo, boils, and leprosy. Bacterial skin infections are caused by streptococcus, streptococci, and E.coli. many people will get infections, but people with weak immune systems are more prone to bacterial skin infections.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interactions were found. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before using Flucort N Cream. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

If you are breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before using Flucort N Cream. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flucort N Cream does not affect your alertness.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Flucort N Cream should be used only if a doctor prescribes it.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Flucort N Cream should be used only if a doctor prescribes it.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Use Flucort N Cream in children only if prescribed by your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.
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FAQs

Flucort N Cream is used to treat skin infections. It stops the growth of bacteria and reduces swelling, itching, and redness of the skin.
Flucort N Cream should not be used on broken skin and open wounds which is not checked by a doctor.
No, you should not stop using Flucort N Cream even though your symptoms are improved as it may cause infection to recur. Always follow the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to treat the condition effectively.
Flucort N Cream should be used for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition for the best results.
Flucort N Cream contains fluocinolone acetonide and neomycin as active ingredients that are used for the treatment of skin infections.
Flucort N Cream contains neomycin, an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, and fluocinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid that helps reduce swelling, itching, and redness of the skin.
Apply a thin layer of Flucort N Cream to the affected area and gently rub it in. Be sure to wash your hands after application unless the treatment is for your hands.
Flucort N Cream should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if advised by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Flucort N Cream. The doctor will prescribe this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Overuse of Flucort N Cream is unlikely to cause any harm unless you have used it in large quantities for prolonged duration. However, avoid exceeding the recommended dose and use Flucort N Cream as advised by the doctor to prevent any unpleasant side effects/reactions.
The side effects of Flucort N Cream include dryness, burning, acne, skin thinning, unwanted hair growth, irritation and discolouration of the skin. Consult the doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen.

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