fluocinolone acetonide /flo̅o̅′ōsin″əlōn/ , a topical glucocorticoid. 
INDICATIONS: It is prescribed for severe dermatoses. CONTRAINDICATIONS: Impaired circulation, viral and fungal diseases of the skin, or known hypersensitivity to this drug or to other steroid medication prohibits its use. ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more serious adverse effects are systemic side effects that result from prolonged use or excessive application. Various hypersensitivity reactions may occur.
