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Alternate Names:Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide)
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What is Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) used for? |
Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) treats skin problems that are accompanied by itching and swelling. The topical oil is used to treat skin conditions on the body or the scalp
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When should Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) not be taken?
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Do not take Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) or to similar medications. |
What precautions should I follow when taking Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) ?
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Before using Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide), 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 |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide)?
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Do not get Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) in your eyes. If you do, rinse it out with plenty of cool tap water. This topical oil is for external use only; do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash your hands before and after use. Do not use Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) more often than directed or for a longer period of time than ordered by your prescriber or health care professional. To do so may increase the chance of absorption through the skin and the chance of side effects. |
What are the side effects of Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide)?
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Most severe: Dark red spots on the skin, lack of healing of the skin condition, painful, red, pus-filled blisters in hair follicles, severe burning and continued itching of the skin, thinning of the skin with easy bruising
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Most common: Burning, itching, or irritation of the skin, dry skin, increased redness or scaling of the skin, unusual increased growth of hair on the face or body
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Other: None
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How should I take Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide)?
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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 Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide). 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.
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How should Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) be stored?
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Store Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide), please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide). If you have any questions about Derma Smooth/FS Topical Oil (fluocinolone acetonide), ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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