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Synalar |
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Synalar is a corticosteroid used to reduce itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions. |
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| Synalar Cream 0.025% 15 gm - 1 Tube | $170.65 |  | | Synalar Cream 0.025% 15 gm - 2 Tubes | $264.83 | | | Synalar Cream 0.025% 15 gm - 3 Tubes | $359.01 | |
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Fluocinolone (floo oh sin' oh lone)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Synalar
USES:
- Synalar Cream is a topical steroid. It reduces or inhibits the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.
- Synalar Cream is used to treat inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.
- Synalar may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
HOW TO USE:
- Apply the medication exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
- Wash your hands before and after each application, unless you are using Synalar to treat a hand condition.
- Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin.
- Use caution on areas where the skin creases, such as armpits, knees, and elbows. These areas may absorb more medication. Also, avoid the eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes.
- Use the shampoo as directed by your doctor.
- If you need to protect the area, it can be covered with a breathable cotton-gauze dressing. Avoid using plastic, occlusive dressings that do not allow air to circulate to the area. Plastic pants and diapers may be harmful if used over Synalar Cream on a child.
- Do not use Synalar to treat any area of the body that it is not prescribed for. This could be dangerous.
- It is important touse Synalar regularly to get the most benefit.
- Store Synalar at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
SIDE EFFECTS:
- No serious systemic side effects are expected unless a large amount of Synalar is used for a long period of time. If the drug is being absorbed by the body, you may experience blurred vision, halos around lights, an irregular heartbeat, insomnia, mood changes, weight gain, or fatigue. If you experience any unusual side effects, notify your doctor.
- Less serious side effects are more likely to occur. You may experience some redness, blistering, burning, itching, or peeling. Continue to use Synalar and talk to your doctor about your side effects.
- Other local side effects may also occur, especially with prolonged use of Synalar. These may include thinning of the skin, prolonged redness, and stretch marks.
- Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
PRECAUTIONS:
- Do not use plastic bandages, dressings, or diapers that do not allow air to circulate to the area (occlusive dressings) unless your doctor directs you to do so. The use of occlusive dressings can greatly increase the amount of drug the body absorbs. If you do use an occlusive dressing, do not use it for more than 12 hours a day.
- Do not use Synalar to treat any area of the body that it is not prescribed for. This could be dangerous.
- Do not use Synalar to treat a child, unless it is prescribed by a doctor for the child. Children are more sensitive to the effects of Synalar.
- Return to your doctor if the condition does not improve or if it gets worse. Synalar alone will not treat the condition if it is an infection.
- Synalar is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Synalar will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. If it is necessary to use Synalar Cream during pregnancy, the smallest amount possible should be applied, for the shortest time necessary to treat the condition, under the supervision of a doctor.
- It is not known whether Synalar Cream passes into breast milk. Do not use Synalar without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
- Do not use plastic coverings or dressings that do not allow air to circulate to the area (occlusive dressings) unless your doctor directs you to do so. The use of occlusive dressings can greatly increase the amount of drug the body absorbs. If you do use an occlusive dressing, do not use it for more than 12 hours a day.
- Do not use other topical products on the treated area, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
- Do not use other topical products on the treated area, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Synalar. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking or using any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
OVERDOSE: An overdose of Synalar is not likely to threaten life. If the medication is ingested, or if a large amount is used over a large area and side effects are being experienced, call an emergency room or a poison control center near you.
NOTES: Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
MISSED DOSE: Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and apply the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
STORAGE: Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat. Do not allow it to freeze. Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Do not use it to treat other skin conditions. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
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