Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia

Last updated 08 Apr 2020 | 06:11 AM (UTC)

Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide Uses

Ciclopirox+Fluocinolone acetonide is used in the treatment of skin infections.

How Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide works

Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide is a combination of two medicines: Ciclopirox and Fluocinolone acetonide which treat skin infections. Ciclopirox works by stopping the growth of fungi on the skin by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Fluocinolone acetonide is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

Common side effects of Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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Medicine brands for Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide

Flucort-C

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹188 to ₹188

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide

Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Ciclopirox + Fluocinolone acetonide.
Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by an infection.
It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
It is advisable not to touch or scratch the infected area as it can worsen the situation.