Definition: A glucocorticoid derivative used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. It is usually employed as a cream, gel, lotion, or ointment. It has also been used topically in the treatment of inflammatory eye, ear, and nose disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p732)
Other names Fluortriamcinolone Acetonide; Capex; Bioglan Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Alvadermo; Allergan Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Synalar HP; FS, Derma-Smooth; Derma Smooth FS; Co Fluocin; Acetonide, Fluortriamcinolone; Acetonide, Fluocinolone; medphano Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Yamanouchi Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Syntex Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Synemol; Synamol; Synalar-HP; Smaller Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Septa Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide; Savage Brand of Fluocinolone Acetonide