Diflucortolone

Uses of Diflucortolone

Diflucortolone is commonly used in the treatment of Dry Skin, Eczema, Psoriasis and Atopic Dermatitis

How Diflucortolone Works

Diflucortolone has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive properties. It depresses the formation of inflammatory mediators by inhibiting the release of arachidonic acid.

Side Effects of Diflucortolone

Increased sugar level , Hallucination, Osteoporosis, Secondary infection, Cushing's syndrome, Adrenal suppression , Glaucoma, Skin thinning, Skin atrophy, Striae

Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Dose adjustment of Diflucortolone may not be necessary. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol Safe

It is safe to consume alcohol with Diflucortolone as there is no known drug interactions.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Diflucortolone may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus. Topical corticosteroid is preferred in pregnant women. However, it is not advisable to use the medication with high potency. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Diflucortolone does not have any effects on the ability to concentrate and drive.

Liver Use With Care

There is no requirement of adjusting Diflucortolone dosage in patients with liver disease.

Lactation Not Advisable

Safety precaution must be taken into consideration when Diflucortolone is used during lactation. Hypertension is commonly seen in infants who are breastfed with topical administration of Diflucortolone of the mothers' breast.

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).