Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm

About Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm

Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm Uses

• Eczema and atopic dermatitis with signs of infection
• Contact dermatitis complicated by bacteria or fungus
• Intertrigo in skin folds prone to sweating and friction
• Infected seborrheic dermatitis
• Psoriasis patches with secondary infection
• Other inflamed skin conditions needing combined steroid and antimicrobial action

Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm Benefits

• Calms redness, swelling and itching in one application
• Targets the infection driving the flare at the same time
• Fluocinolone Acetonide works fast on inflamed skin
• Clioquinol covers common bacteria and fungi on the skin surface
• Convenient single tube instead of two separate products

What Experts Say

Dermatologists in Pakistan often prescribe combination creams like Synalar-C Cream when a skin flare shows both inflammation and infection together. Treating only the inflammation with a plain steroid can let bacteria or fungi multiply underneath, while treating only the infection leaves the itching and redness unresolved.

Fluocinolone Acetonide works by reducing the release of inflammatory chemicals in the skin, which brings down swelling, redness and itching within a few days of regular use. Clioquinol adds antibacterial and antifungal cover, which matters in Pakistan's hot and humid months when skin infections in folds and creases are common.

Physicians generally advise limiting use to two weeks unless a doctor extends the course, since prolonged steroid use on the same patch of skin can thin it over time. Patients are usually told to stop and seek review if the area worsens instead of improving, since this can signal a resistant organism rather than a simple flare.

Drug Class

• Topical corticosteroid and antimicrobial combination
• Fluocinolone Acetonide is a mid potency synthetic corticosteroid
• Clioquinol is a halogenated hydroxyquinoline antiseptic and antifungal agent

Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm formula

• Fluocinolone Acetonide + Clioquinol

Available forms

• Cream

How to use Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm?

• Wash and dry the affected area before applying
• Apply a thin layer two to three times a day or as directed
• Rub in gently until it disappears, do not rub hard
• Wash hands after applying unless the hands are the treated area
• Do not cover the area with an airtight bandage unless a doctor says to
• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and open wounds

Drug Interactions

• Other topical steroids: Avoid applying another steroid cream on the same area, this raises the risk of skin thinning
• Other topical antibiotics: Do not combine with additional topical antimicrobial products on the same site without medical advice
• Occlusive dressings: Airtight bandages increase drug absorption through the skin and raise side effect risk
• Live vaccines: High dose or widespread steroid use can blunt the response to live vaccines

Risks and warnings

• Duration limit: Do not use for more than two weeks on the same area without medical review
• Skin thinning: Long term use on the face, groin or underarms can thin the skin permanently
• Not for viral infections: Avoid using on cold sores, chickenpox or shingles lesions
• Staining: Clioquinol can stain skin, hair and light colored clothing yellow
• Children: Use only under medical supervision in young children due to higher absorption
• Worsening infection: Stop and see a doctor if the area gets worse instead of better

Synalar-C Cream 0.025% 15gm Side Effects

• Burning or stinging on application
• Itching or redness at the site
• Dryness or peeling of the skin
• Thinning of skin with prolonged use
• Yellow staining of skin or clothing from clioquinol
• Allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals
• Lightening of skin color in the treated area with extended use

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place
• Keep the tube tightly closed after each use
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the printed expiry date