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amcinonide /am·cin·o·nide/ (am-sin´ah-nīd″) a synthetic corticosteroid used topically for the relief of inflammation and pruritus in corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. amcinonide [amsin′ōnīd] a topical corticosteroid. indication It is used to treat inflammatory skin conditions. contraindications Impaired circulation and known hypersensitivity to steroids prohibits its use. adverse effects Among the most common adverse reactions are itching, stinging, burning, and less frequently, various skin eruptions. Systemic side effects may result from prolonged or excessive application. amcinonide, n brand name: Cyclocort; drug class: topical fluorinated corticosteroid, group II high potency; action: antipruritic, antiinflammatory; uses: psoriasis, eczema, contact dermatitis, pruritus. amcinonide a glucocorticoid used for topical application in the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Approvals were granted for the topical
corticosteroid Amcinonide Cream, bioequivalent to Fujisawa's
Cyclocort(R) Cream, and the topical antifungals Ketoconazole Cream and
Econazole Cream, bioequivalent to Janssen's Nizoral(R) Cream and
Ortho's Spectazole(R) Cream, respectively. In May, Taro received FDA approval of its ANDA for Amcinonide Cream
USP, 0. |
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