Skinalar 5g Ointment

Indication
This Cream and Ointment are suitable for treating a wide variety of local inflammatory, pruritic and allergic disorders of the skin.This is particularly suitable for topical application in: Eczema and dermatitis: Atopic eczema, seborrhoeic eczema, discoid eczema, otitis externa, contact dermatitis, neurodermatitis. Prurigo, Psoriasis, lichen planus. Discoid lupus erythematosus.

Pharmacology
Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid primarily used in dermatology to reduce skin inflammation and relieve itching. It is a synthetic hydrocortisone derivative. Fluocinolone acetonide was also found to strongly potentiate TGF-?ý-associated chondrogenesis of bone marrow mesenchymal stem/progenitor cells, by increasing the levels of collagen type II by more than 100 fold compared to the widely used dexamethasone.

Dosage
A small quantity of Fluocinolone Acetonide is applied lightly up to 2 or 3 times a day, and massaged gently and thoroughly into the skin. These recommendations apply to both children and adults, including the elderly.

Interaction

Contradiction
Primary infections of the skin and in rosacea, acne, perioral dermatitis, anogenital pruritis and napkin eruption.?ÿAlso known hypersensitivity to neomycin

Side Effect
Side-effects are extremely rare, but as with all topical corticosteroids, patient may show hypersensitivity reaction.

Pregnancy
Pregnancy: Topical administration of corticosteroids to pregnant animals can cause abnormalities of fetal development, including cleft palate intrauterine growth retardation. There may be a small risk of such effects on the human fetus.Lactation: When topical steroid treatment is necessary, minimize amount and length of treatment.

Precaution
Appropriate anti-infective cover should be given if there is an associated infection.?ÿLong term continuous topical steroid therapy can produce atrophic skin changes. Do not apply to the face for prolonged periods. Prolonged use or?ÿtreatment of extensive areas can produce adrenal suppression, especially in infants and children.

Overdose

Storage
Store at temperature below 30?ø C.