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Polycyclic Compounds > Fused-Ring Compounds > Steroids > Steroids, Fluorinated > Fluocinolone Acetonide
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Fluocinolone Acetonide  

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  • Acetonide, Fluortriamcinolone
  • Fluortriamcinolone Acetonide

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  • A glucocorticoid derivative used topically in the treatment of various skin disorders. It is usually employed as a cream, gel, lotion, or ointment. It has also been used topically in the treatment of inflammatory eye, ear, and nose disorders. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p732)

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D005446

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