Topsyn (Fluocinonide)

Topsyn Information:

Topsyn (generic name Fluocinonide) is a skin medication and is used to provide relief from redness, itching, swelling or other discomfort caused due to skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes). It belongs to the class of drugs known as corticosteroids. This medication acts by activation of natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching. If you are diagnosed with any of the above-mentioned symptoms, your doctor will discuss the most effective treatment for your particular condition.

Generic Topsyn from Canada

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Topsyn Side Effects:

As with any drug, there may be side effects from taking Topsyn. Some of the common side effects of Topsyn include burning, itching, irritation, redness, drying or cracking of the skin, acne, changes in skin color, bruising, rashes. Other side effects include severe skin rashes, redness, swelling, oozing pus or signs of skin infection in the place where the medication is applied, sudden weight gain, changes in the way of fat deposition around the body, unusual tiredness, muscle weakness, depression, and irritability. Children using this medication may have an increased risk of side effects including slowed growth and delayed weight gain. If you experience any side effects (including the ones not listed here), stop taking the medication and seek medical attention immediately.

Topsyn Directions

You should follow the instructions of the doctor who prescribed Topsyn to you. Directions and dosage information can also be found on the pack or leaflet inside the pack. Brand Topsyn is available as cream and ointment in the dosage form of 0.05%/60 g. The generic form of Topsyn (Fluocinonide) comes as gel, and cream in the dosage form of 0.05%/15 g. The generic Topsyn is also available as ointment in the dosage form of 0.05%/60 g. The dose of the medicine will be different for different patients depending on their condition. This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water. Do not use Topsyn on skin infections. Topsyn should be stored at room temperature, in the container, it came in, away from excess moisture, heat and direct light. Do not freeze the medication. It should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children.

Topsyn Precautions

If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of Topsyn or have any allergies to food, medications or dyes, you should avoid taking it and inform your doctor. Also, tell your doctor before using the medication, if you are allergic to any medications, or food, have adrenal gland disorder called Cushing Syndrome, diabetes or liver disease, suffer from increased pressure in the brain, have infection near or at the place of application, have large sores, broken skin or severe injury at the place of application, have skin problems such as perioral dermatitis or rosacea, are pregnant or breastfeeding. You must consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications as they may interact with Topsyn. Do not use bandages on the areas where Topsyn is applied, unless otherwise told by the doctor, as it can lead to excessive absorption of the steroid into the body and lead to unwanted side effects. Do not apply other skin products on the treated areas without consultation with the doctor.