Fusone 0.005% Ointment
tube of 10.0 gm Ointment
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Godetia Healthcare
Salt Composition
Fluticasone Propionate (0.005% w/w)
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is a steroid medicine used to treat skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.
Introduction:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water in case of accidental contact. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor. Using of the medicine may cause itching or burning sensation, irritation, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These side effects are temporary and usually go away with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine. It should not be used in children below 3 months of age.
Dosage Form:
Ointment
Side Effects:
How to Use:
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How it Works:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is a steroid medicine. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy due to skin conditions such as atopic eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, and psoriasis.
Quick Tips:
Interacting Drugs:
Introduction:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water in case of accidental contact. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor. Using of the medicine may cause itching or burning sensation, irritation, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These side effects are temporary and usually go away with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine. It should not be used in children below 3 months of age.
Dosage Form:
Ointment
Side Effects:
- No common side effects listed.
How to Use:
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How it Works:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is a steroid medicine. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy due to skin conditions such as atopic eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, and psoriasis.
Quick Tips:
- You have been prescribed Fusone 0.005% Ointment for treating itchy red rashes and skin irritation associated with skin conditions such as atopic eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, and psoriasis among others.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Don't apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes, or eyelids.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Fusone 0.005% Ointment and consult your doctor.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after two weeks of treatment.
Interacting Drugs:
- Acarbose
- Amlodipine
- Aprepitant
- Atazanavir
Alcohol Warning:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy Warning:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. However, avoid applying Fusone 0.005% Ointment on the breasts to avoid accidental ingestion by the infant.
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy Warning:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning:
Fusone 0.005% Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. However, avoid applying Fusone 0.005% Ointment on the breasts to avoid accidental ingestion by the infant.
Fusone 0.005% Ointment
tube of 10.0 gm Ointment
Prescription required
Manufacturer
Godetia Healthcare
Salt Composition
Fluticasone Propionate (0.005% w/w)