Fluocinonide (Fluocinonide Topical) - Indications and Dosage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base), Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base), Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition.

Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.

If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.

HOW SUPPLIED

Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1253-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1253-2), 60 g (NDC 51672-1253-3) and 120 g (NDC 51672-1253-4) tubes.

Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base) is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1254-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1254-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1254-3) tubes.

Store at controlled room temperature. Avoid excessive heat, above 40°C (104°F).

Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1279-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1279-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1279-3) tubes.

Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1264-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1264-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1264-3) tubes.

Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Avoid temperature above 30°C (86°F).

Mfd. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc., Brampton, Ontario, Canada L6T 1C1

Dist. by: Taro Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Hawthorne, NY 10532

Revised: April, 2010

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