FLUCORT N CRM

Overview

FLUCORT N CRM is a Schedule H antibiotic.

FLUCORT N CRM is composed of: FLUOCINOLONE (0.025 %W/W), NEOMYCIN (0.5 %W/W)

Fluocinolone is a steroid medicine. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Fluocinolone ophthalmic (for the eye) implant is used to treat inflammation within the eye that is caused by disease or infection. The implant slowly releases fluocinolone into the eye over a period of approximately 30 months. Fluocinolone is not an antibiotic and will not treat an eye infection.

Neomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Neomycin is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of your intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma. Neomycin is an antibiotic used to treat complications of liver disease, and can be used to prepare for abdominal surgery. Neomycin topical cream is used for minor cuts and burns.

Usage

FLUOCINOLONE is generally used to treat: Eyelid Inflammation

NEOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Escherichia Coli Infection, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Allergic Skin Disease, Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for FLUCORT N CRM and its Constituents

Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to. Ask your doctor before wearing contact lenses after receiving the fluocinolone ophthalmic implant. This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Take neomycin for the full course of treatment. Don’t stop taking the oral form of the medicine without first talking to your doctor.
• Before using topical neomycin, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney problems or kidney disease.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FLUOCINOLONE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision

Common Side-Effects

FLUOCINOLONE : Glaucoma, Eyes Blurred Vision
NEOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Hearing Loss, Loose Motion, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

FLUOCINOLONE : Eyes Blindness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Itching, Eyes Burn, Eyes Dry Eyes, Eyes Pain, Eyes Swelling, Eyes Redness

Disease Interactions

NEOMYCIN can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Botulism, Hypocalcemia, Parkinsonism, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Colonic Ischemia

Technical Classification

FLUOCINOLONE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC STEROIDS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
NEOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for FLUCORT N CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLUCORT N CRM

INR 81 for 20 GM CREAM

FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CASTOR NF CRM	INR 60 for 15 GM CREAM	CLOTRIMAZOLE 1.0 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W, FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W, CIPROFLOXACIN 0.05 %W/W
FLUCREME NM OINT	INR 54 for 10 GM OINTMENT	MICONAZOLE 2.0 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W, FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W
MICONA F CRM	INR 40.83 for 15 GM CREAM	MICONAZOLE 2.0 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W, FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W
NEO SWIFLOX FC CRM	INR 15.28 for 15 GM CREAM	CLOTRIMAZOLE 1.0 %W/W, NEOMYCIN 0.5 %W/W, METHYLPARABEN 0.0 %W/W, FLUOCINOLONE 0.025 %W/W, SODIUM PROPYLPARABEN 0.2 %W/W