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Flumethasone
Flumethasone is a medicine in the class miscellaneous. It is used for atopic dermatitis.
- Classe médicamenteuse: Miscellaneous
- Indications: atopic dermatitis
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L'essentiel
- Classe médicamenteuse
- Miscellaneous
Indications
Mécanisme d'action
Flumethasone is a synthetic difluorinated corticosteroid that binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors. This alters gene transcription, inducing anti-inflammatory proteins such as lipocortins and suppressing pro-inflammatory cytokines and mediators.
Posologie adulte habituelle (résumé de la notice)
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses (topical 0.02% cream/ointment): apply a thin layer to the affected skin 2 to 3 times daily. Reduce to once daily or stop as the condition improves.
Grossesse et allaitement
- Grossesse
- Safe Applies to skin creams and ear drops (often with clioquinol or salicylic acid). Little is absorbed. Topical steroids are acceptable in pregnancy; use the smallest amount for the shortest time and avoid large areas, occlusion or long use.
- Allaitement
- Safe Little is absorbed from skin or ear use, so milk levels are expected to be negligible; compatible. Do not apply to the nipple or breast; if needed there, wipe off before feeds and keep the infant's skin away from treated areas.
Effets indésirables signalés
- Local burning, stinging or irritation
- Skin atrophy
- Striae
- Telangiectasia
- Hypopigmentation
- Folliculitis
Contre-indications
- Hypersensitivity to flumethasone, other corticosteroids or any excipient.
- Untreated bacterial, fungal or viral skin infections, including herpes simplex, varicella and vaccinia.
- Cutaneous tuberculosis or syphilitic skin lesions.
Précautions particulières
- Prolonged or extensive use, especially under occlusion, may cause systemic absorption with HPA-axis suppression and Cushingoid features.
- Children are more susceptible to systemic effects. Use the minimum amount for the shortest time and avoid occlusion, including tight nappies.
- Avoid prolonged use on the face, eyelids, flexures and genital areas because of the risk of skin atrophy.
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Questions fréquentes
What is Flumethasone used for?
Flumethasone is a medicine in the class miscellaneous. It is used for Atopic dermatitis, Eczema.
What side effects have been reported with Flumethasone?
Local burning, stinging or irritation, Skin atrophy, Striae, Telangiectasia, Hypopigmentation, Folliculitis.
Can Flumethasone be taken in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy: Safe. Applies to skin creams and ear drops (often with clioquinol or salicylic acid). Little is absorbed. Topical steroids are acceptable in pregnancy; use the smallest amount for the shortest time and avoid large areas, occlusion or long use. Breastfeeding: Safe. Little is absorbed from skin or ear use, so milk levels are expected to be negligible; compatible. Do not apply to the nipple or breast; if needed there, wipe off before feeds and keep the infant's skin away from treated areas.
What does Flumethasone interact with?
MediHelp does not list a checked interaction for Flumethasone yet. Always tell your pharmacist about every medicine you take.
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