Fluocinolone acetonide+Povidone Iodine is used in the treatment of skin infections.
How Fluocinolone acetonide + Povidone Iodine works
Fluocinolone acetonide + Povidone Iodine is a combination of two medicines: Fluocinolone acetonide and Povidone Iodine which treat skin infection. Fluocinolone acetonide is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic applied on skin which is infected or is likely to get infected. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.
Common side effects of Fluocinolone acetonide + Povidone Iodine
Expert advice for Fluocinolone acetonide + Povidone Iodine
Fluocinolone acetonide + Povidone Iodine must be applied as a thin layer on the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Do not 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.
Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma