Flumethasone
Flumethasone is a high-potency synthetic topical corticosteroid used to treat inflammatory and pruritic (itchy) skin conditions. It works by suppressing inflammatory responses and immune activity in the skin, providing relief from redness, swelling, and itching associated with various dermatological conditions.
Flumethasone is a topical corticosteroid that reduces skin inflammation and itching for conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- D07AB03
- RxNorm
- 4458
- Generic
- Flumethasone
- Class
- atc-d07
- Brands
- Bimasone
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- otic
- Forms
- solution
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Flumethasone is used to treat inflammatory and pruritic skin conditions including eczema, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and other corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
As a glucocorticoid, flumethasone works by binding to glucocorticoid receptors in skin cells, inhibiting inflammatory pathways and reducing the production of inflammatory mediators. It also has immunosuppressive effects that help control inflammatory skin reactions.
This is a high-potency topical corticosteroid and should be used as directed by a healthcare provider. It is typically for short-term use and should not be applied to large body areas, broken skin, or the face unless specifically prescribed. Side effects may include skin thinning with prolonged use. Avoid abrupt discontinuation after extended treatment.
Official drug label
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