Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Locacorten Vioform
What is LOCACORTEN VIOFORM used for?
LOCACORTEN VIOFORM is used to:
- relieve symptoms such as itching and redness in infected, inflammatory skin diseases.
- stop the growth of bacteria and fungi that cause certain types of skin infections.
How does LOCACORTEN VIOFORM work?
LOCACORTEN VIOFORM contains two medicinal ingredients. Flumethasone pivalate belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids which fights inflammation. Clioquinol is an antibacterial and antifungal agent.
What are the ingredients in LOCACORTEN VIOFORM?
Medicinal ingredients: flumethasone pivalate and clioquinol
Non-medicinal ingredients: cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate atomized, glycerin, petrolatum white, phenoxyethanol, purified water, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearyl alcohol
LOCACORTEN VIOFORM comes in the following dosage forms:
Cream; 0.02% flumethasone pivalate and 3% clioquinol
Do not use LOCACORTEN VIOFORM if:
- you have skin viral infections (e.g., chicken pox, skin eruptions following vaccination, herpes), tuberculosis of the skin, syphilis, rosacea, acne, and perioral dermatitis (red rash to the skin around the mouth and nostrils).
- you are allergic to flumethasone pivalate, corticosteroids, hydroxyquinolines, clioquinol, other quinolone derivatives, iodine, or any other ingredients in LOCACORTEN VIOFORM.
- it is to be applied to ulcerated areas.
- it is to be applied to the eye.
it is for children under 2 years of age.
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take LOCACORTEN VIOFORM. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
have kidney or liver problems. • will be using
LOCACORTEN VIOFORM in or around your ear and you have a ruptured ear drum.
are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- are breast-feeding.
Other warnings you should know about:
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM may affect the results of some blood and urine tests including thyroid tests. If you need to have any blood or urine tests done tell your healthcare professional that you are being treated with LOCACORTEN VIOFORM.
- You should tell any other healthcare professional that you see that you are being, or have been, treated with LOCACORTEN VIOFORM.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
How to take LOCACORTEN VIOFORM:
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM must be used as directed by your healthcare professional. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer period of time than your healthcare professional has specified.
- Apply LOCACORTEN VIOFORM as directed in a thin layer to the affected areas only. Do not wrap or bandage the areas treated unless otherwise instructed by your healthcare professional.
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM is for external use only. Do not take by mouth.
- Do not use LOCACORTEN VIOFORM in the eyes and be very cautious when using it near the eyes. If it gets in the eyes accidentally, flush them at once with plenty of water.
- If there is no improvement or if your skin condition becomes worse after you have used LOCACORTEN VIOFORM for 1 week, talk to your healthcare professional.
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM has been prescribed for your present medical problem only. Do not use it to treat other skin conditions without checking with your healthcare professional first.
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM may turn yellow when exposed to the air.
- LOCACORTEN VIOFORM may stain hair, fabric, skin or nails.
Usual dose:
LOCACORTEN VIOFORM should be applied to the affected areas in a thin layer 2 to 3 times daily.
Overdose:
| If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much LOCACORTEN VIOFORM, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms. |
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What are possible side effects from using LOCACORTEN VIOFORM?
These are not all the possible side effects you may have when taking LOCACORTEN VIOFORM. If you experience any side effects not listed here, tell your healthcare professional.
Side effects may include:
- burning sensation, itching, or skin rash at the site of application
- contact allergy
- changes in skin pigmentation
- secondary infections
- stretch marks, skin atrophy or acne
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help |
|---|---|---|
| Only if severe | In all cases | |
| UNKNOWN | ||
| Allergic reaction: swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, difficulty swallowing or breathing, rash or hives, wheezing, feeling sick to your stomach and throwing up | ||
| X | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, tell your healthcare professional.
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice. |
Storage:
Store between 15-30 oC. Protect from heat and freezing.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about LOCACORTEN VIOFORM:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html), the manufacturer’s website (https://knighttx.com), by emailing medinfo@knighttx.com, or by calling 1-844-483-5636.