Amcinonide topical

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Eczema:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Adult Dose for Psoriasis:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dermatitis:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.
-Administration of topical corticosteroids to pediatric patients should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Pediatric Dose for Eczema:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.
-Administration of topical corticosteroids to pediatric patients should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Usual Pediatric Dose for Psoriasis:

Cream and ointment: Apply a thin film topically to affected area 2 to 3 times a day depending on severity of condition
Lotion: Apply topically and rub into the affected area completely twice a day

Comments:
-Occlusive dressings can be a therapeutic adjunct for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.
-If an infection occurs, occlusive dressings should be discontinued and antimicrobial therapy should be initiated.
-The affected area where the drug is applied should be protected from washing, clothing, rubbing until the lotion is dried.
-Administration of topical corticosteroids to pediatric patients should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen.

Uses:
-Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses

Before using amcinonide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone, prednisone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: poor blood circulation, immune system problems.

Do not use if there is an infection or sore present in the area to be treated.

Rarely, using corticosteroid medications for a long time or over large areas of skin can make it more difficult for your body to respond to physical stress. Therefore, before having surgery or emergency treatment, or if you get a serious illness/injury, tell your doctor or dentist that you are using this medication or have used this medication within the past few months.

Though it is unlikely, this medication may slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. The effect on final adult height is unknown. See the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk when applied to the skin. Similar medications pass into breast milk when taken by mouth. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.