Fluocinolone shampoo
What is fluocinolone shampoo?
FLUOCINOLONE (FS® Shampoo) is a corticosteroid. Fluocinolone shampoo treats skin problems of the scalp that are accompanied by itching and swelling. Generic fluocinolone shampoo is not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I use fluocinolone?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
- diabetes
- infection, measles, tuberculosis, herpes or chickenpox
- large areas of burned or damaged skin
- skin wasting or thinning
- an unusual or allergic reaction to fluocinolone, steroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
- pregnant or trying to get pregnant
- breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Fluocinolone shampoo is for external use only; do not take by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash your hands before and after use. Shake the shampoo bottle well before using. Apply the shampoo to the scalp and work into a lather. Leave the fluocinolone shampoo on the scalp for about 5 minutes unless your prescriber or health care professional tells you differently. Then, rinse your hair and scalp two times to remove the shampoo. Do not use your medicine 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.
Do not bandage or cover the treated scalp area unless directed to do so by your prescriber or health care professional. If your prescriber or health care professional has instructed you to use a covering over this medicine, make sure you know how to apply it.
Do not get fluocinolone shampoo in your eyes. If you do, rinse it out with plenty of cool tap water.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses without advice.
What drug(s) may interact with fluocinolone?
There are no known interactions between fluocinolone shampoo and other drugs.
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about other shampoos or medicines you are using on the scalp. Do not apply fluocinolone shampoo at the same site as other shampoos or medicines without advice.
What side effects may I notice from using fluocinolone?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
- 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
Other serious side effects can develop if you use fluocinolone shampoo for a long time, or if you use too much. Contact your prescriber or health care professional if you notice any unusual effects.
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
- burning, itching, or irritation of the skin
- dry skin
- increased redness or scaling of the skin
- unusual increased hair growth
What should I watch for while taking fluocinolone?
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve after one week of fluocinolone use. It is important not to use more fluocinolone than prescribed. 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.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Throw away any remaining fluocinolone shampoo after three months.
[ Last Revised: 1/1/2001 ]
NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
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