Cream, Ointment

Glaxo Smithkline

Cutivate (fluticasone) is prescribed for relief of inflamed, itchy rashes and other inflammatory skin conditions.

Do not take Cutivate (fluticasone) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Cutivate (fluticasone) or to similar medications.

Before using Cutivate (fluticasone), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problem

Cutivate (fluticasone) is for external use only. Do not apply to the face or in the eyes. Do not take by mouth.

Other: Thinning of the skin, sunburn more likely especially on the face

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Cutivate (fluticasone) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Cutivate (fluticasone) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Cutivate (fluticasone). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. Tell your health care professional if your symptoms do not improve after one week of using Cutivate (fluticasone). It is important not to use more than prescribed. Do not use for more than 14 days. Do not use on healthy skin or over large areas of skin. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly. Do not use an airtight bandage to cover the affected area unless your prescriber or health care professional tells you to. If you are to cover the area, follow the prescriber's instructions carefully. Covering the area where fluticasone is applied can increase the amount that passes through the skin and increases the risk of side effects.

Store Cutivate (fluticasone) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.