Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Fluocinolone
Drug Class
Skin Conditions
Chemical Class
Corticosteroid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
What is Synalar?
Uses
Fluocinolone is a potent corticosteroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Fluocinolone topical...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Corticosteroid
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Dermatological Products and Corticosteroid Topical pharmacological group
Fluocinolone (Acetonide) also known as Flucinolone. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Corticosteroid. It belongs to Glucocorticoid agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Dermatological Products and Corticosteroid Topical pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Fluocinolone (Acetonide) is 452.50. Its pKa is unionized.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Topical
0.025 % — 8 hourly
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2
Child · Topical
0.025 % — 8 hourly
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Safety Alerts
Acne, perioral dermatitis, widespread plaque psoriasis, rosacea, bacterial, fungal or viral skin lesions such as impetigo, paronychia, erysipelas, cellulitis, angular cheilitis, erythrasma, treatment of rosacea, peri-oral dermatitis or acne, use on face, groin or axilla
Important Warnings
Avoid prolonged use, keep away from eyes, under specialist supervision in psoriasis (can result in rebound relapse, development of generalized pustular psoriasis, and local and systemic toxicity)
Do not use steroid as sole therapy in psoriasis
Do not use steroids to treat diaper dermatoses in infants
If local irritation develops discontinue use
Side Effects
Burningitchingirritationerythemadrynessfolliculitishypertrichosispruritusacneiform eruptionshypo-pigmentationperi-oral dermatitisallergic contact dermatitismaceration of the skinthinning of the skin (the original structure may never return)worsening of acne and rosacea
Drug Interactions
Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products .
Storage
Cream, Oint Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Below 25°C.
Price Intelligence
Rs 217
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 217
ServaidRs 125
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Fluocinolone, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
Derma Smooth
120Ml
Rs 412.78Rs 412.78/unit
No DRAP alertsVALOR PHARMA
Synalarointment
Rs 125
No DRAP alertsPHARMA HEALTH
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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