Question 1

what is the definition or description of: lidex (fluocinonide) allergy?

Accepted Answer

Lidex: Lidex (fluocinonide)  is a cream with  active component of a corticosteroid called  fluocinonide, An allergy occurs when your body’s immune system creates antibodies to a foreign substance causing a reaction that can be mild to severe.  For possible adverse reactions see:  https://www.drugs.com/cdi/lidex-cream.html

Question 2

is there any meds like lidex (fluocinonide) that i can get that isn't a prescription !?

Accepted Answer

No: Lidex (fluocinonide) is a class 2 topical steroid.  All steroids in this class are prescription only.

Question 3

can you purchase lidex (fluocinonide) gel at a pharmacy or do you need a prescription?

Accepted Answer

Lidex (fluocinonide) is prescribed: Lidex (fluocinonide) is a class ii potent topical steroid.  If not used correctly like in very sensitive areas or for a prolonged period of time, it can cause skin damage, such as thinning, stretch marks, dilated blood vessels and rashes.

Question 4

do you need a prescription to get lidex (fluocinonide) for itchy patches on your skin?

Accepted Answer

To be followed: Your doctor needs to follow your lesions to confirm that they are healing, and that you are not using it too much.  You should never use a steroid cream like Lidex (fluocinonide) for longer than 2-4 weeks at a time, as it can cause problems if you use it too long, such as breaking down the collagen in your skin.

Question 5

is lidex good for lichen planus gum and do you have it?

Accepted Answer

: It would be  effective if it is amenable for use within the mouth. I favor a prescription corticosteroid cream or ointment that is designed for use within the mouth such as kenalog in orabase.

Question 6

will skin discoloration from fluocinonide (lidex) cream go away?

Accepted Answer

Hypopigmentation: Topical steroids can cause lightening of the skin as well as other long term skin abnormalities like scarring, stretch marks (striae) and thinning (atrophy).  However, skin lightening usually will go away after some time.  One key to getting it to resolve faster is to keep the area protected from sunlight.  Sunlight tends to make skin color discrepancies more obvious and last longer.

Question 7

what is lidex (fluocinonide) cream?

Accepted Answer

It is a strong: topical steroid.

Question 8

is lidex (fluocinonide) okay for inside the mouth?

Accepted Answer

Lidex (Fluocinonide): For certain types of inflammatory mouth/oral disorders/diseases Lidex (fluocinonide) gel is ok to use in the mouth.  It should be applied with a q-tip and left in place over the area being treated without eating or drinking anything for 30min to 1hr.  It can be used to treat oral apthae (canker sores), herpes simplex,  lichen planus, and other disease that are less common, but very painful.

Question 9

is lidex (fluocinonide) okay for mouth ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Lidex (fluocinonide) Gel: Lidex (fluocinonide) gel can be used on mouth ulcers.  It is often used to treat oral diseases like lichen plans, oral apthae (canker sores) and herpes simplex among other diseases that cause oral sores and erosions.

Question 10

i used some lidex solution on my chest and the area is white now.  will this go away?

Accepted Answer

Mostly likely: Cortisone may reduce the pigment on the skin but only transiently. If the skin area has been scratched repeatedly, the loss in pigment may become permanent.

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I used some lidex solution on my chest and the area is white now. will this go away?

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