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What is Derma smoothe scalp oil used for?

What is Derma smoothe scalp oil used for?

This medication is used to treat scalp psoriasis. Fluocinolone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that occurs with this condition. This medication is a low- to medium-strength corticosteroid.

Is Derma smoothe oil a steroid?

Fluocinolone scalp oil is used to treat psoriasis of the scalp, and fluocinolone shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

How do you use Derma smoothe oil?

To treat scalp psoriasis, apply Derma-Smoothe/FS (Body Oil) at bedtime. Wet or dampen the hair and scalp thoroughly and apply the medicine directly to the scalp in a thin film. Massage it in well and cover your scalp with the supplied shower cap. Leave the medication on overnight or for at least 4 hours.

Can Derma smoothe be used on face?

Derma-Smoothe/FS should not be used on the face, axillae, or groin unless directed by the physician. Application to intertriginous areas should be avoided due to the increased risk of local adverse reactions.

Is Fluocinonide used for hair loss?

Studies of fluocinonide for alopecia areata Results showed hair regrowth in 54% in the treatment arm compared with 0% in the vehicle group.

How much does Derma smoothe cost?

The cost for Derma-Smoothe/FS (Scalp) topical oil 0.01% is around $46 for a supply of 118.28 milliliters, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans. A generic version of Derma-Smoothe/FS (Scalp) is available, see fluocinolone topical prices.

What is in Derma smoothe?

Each gram of Derma-Smoothe/FS contains approximately 0.11 mg of fluocinolone acetonide in a blend of oils, which contains isopropyl alcohol, isopropyl myristate, light mineral oil, oleth-2, refined peanut oil NF and fragrances. Derma-Smoothe/FS (fluocinolone acetonide) is formulated with 48% refined peanut oil NF.

How often use fluocinolone scalp oil?

Leave the medication on your scalp for at least 4 hours, then rinse thoroughly. When treating atopic dermatitis, fluocinolone topical oil may be applied twice daily for up to 4 weeks or until your symptoms disappear. When treating scalp psoriasis, fluocinolone topical oil may be used daily until your symptoms improves.

What is generic for Derma smoothe?

Derma-Smoothe FS (fluocinolone acetonide) is a topical (for the skin) steroid used to treat atopic dermatitis (a form of eczema), and is also used to treat scalp psoriasis. Derma-Smoothe FS is available in generic form.

What do you need to know about Derma Smoothe?

What is Derma-Smoothe/FS (Body Oil)? Fluocinolone topical (for the skin) is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Fluocinolone body oil is used to treat atopic dermatitis (a form of eczema ). Fluocinolone scalp oil is used to treat scalp psoriasis.

What’s the generic name for Derma Smoothe oil?

Generic Name: Fluocinolone Oil (floo oh SIN oh lone) Brand Name: Derma-Smoothe/FS Body Oil, Derma-Smoothe/FS Scalp Oil. Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 20, 2019.

How to use Derma Smoothe or FS scalp oil?

To use Derma-Smoothe/FS Scalp Oil (fluocinolone oil) on a hairy area, part the hair so that you can reach the affected skin. Do not use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants if treated part is in the diaper area. This may cause more drug to get into the body. Do not put on the face, underarms, or the groin area unless told to do so by the doctor.

What kind of peanut oil is used in Derma Smoothe?

Derma-Smoothe/FS (fluocinolone acetonide) is formulated with 48% refined peanut oil NF. The peanut oil used in Derma-Smoothe/FS (fluocinolone acetonide) is tested for peanut proteins through amino acid analysis which can detect the quantity of amino acids to below 0.5 parts per million.