Flucinate Shampoo

Flucinate Shampoo belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to control scaling, flaking and itching caused by dandruff (seborrhoeic dermatitis. Dandruff is caused by excessive growth of Pityrosporum orbiculare (Malassezia furfur), which is part of normal skin flora. It also helps to treat irregular white or brown patches which occur on the body and sometimes appear after being in the sun (tinea/pityriasis versicolor). Regular application of Flucinate Shampoo on the scalp relieves itching and discomfort in people suffering from dandruff.

No, Flucinate Shampoo is not approved to be used for kids. This is because the safety in the children with this medicine is yet to be known. Therefore, it is advised to refrain from self-medicating this medication in children or yourself. Always consult your doctor before using Flucinate Shampoo.

No, Flucinate Shampoo is not an antibacterial agent. It is a steroid which is used for the treatment of dandruff. Pityrosporum orbiculare (Malassezia furfur) is a fungus which plays an important role in the development of dandruff. Flucinate Shampoo is very effective against the swelling, redness and itching in the scalp due to dandruff.

If you are using it to treat dandruff, you should use it once daily. However, if you are using it to prevent dandruff, then use it once weekly. Do not use Flucinate Shampoo more often than directed. Consult your doctor if not sure.

You should first wash your hair or affected area thoroughly with water. Then apply a small amount of Flucinate Shampoo on the scalp. Massage properly to form lather. Leave it for 3-5 minutes and then thoroughly rinse with water. If you have long and thick hair, you can wash with your usual shampoo first and then use Flucinate Shampoo.

The symptoms of the infection, such as itching or soreness, should improve within a few days of treatment. However, the signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. Do not stop applying Flucinate Shampoo before completing the duration of treatment advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.

Be careful while washing your hair, do not let the shampoo get into the eye. However, if it accidentally enters the eye, wash your eyes gently with water.

Flucinate Shampoo is meant for external use only and you should use it carefully so that it does not get into the mouth. Accidental swallowing is normally harmless but if you are worried, contact your doctor immediately.