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Generic for Derma-Smoothe/FS · Low-potency body oil · 118mL
Fluocinolone acetonide 0.01% body oil is a prescription topical corticosteroid for atopic dermatitis in adults. Its lightweight oil vehicle spreads easily over widespread, dry, or scaly skin where applying a thicker cream or ointment can be impractical.
It is intended to calm an active flare and should be stopped when the condition is controlled. Your Fern clinician will confirm the areas, frequency, and duration that fit your case.
Like other topical corticosteroids, fluocinolone suppresses inflammatory mediators in the skin, reducing the redness, swelling, and itch of an active eczema flare.
The oil vehicle is the practical difference: it spreads over larger or drier areas with less rubbing than a cream or ointment. Adult labeling directs applying a thin film to affected areas three times daily, but you should follow the instructions provided with your prescription.
Fluocinolone acetonide topical oil 0.01% is FDA-approved for the topical treatment of atopic dermatitis in adults. The labeled 4-fluid-ounce body-oil bottle contains approximately 118 mL.
The prescribing information directs patients to use the least amount needed to cover affected areas, stop when the disease is controlled, and contact the clinician if there is no improvement within 2 weeks.
Do not use it on the face, underarms, groin, or other skin-fold areas unless your clinician specifically directs you to. Avoid airtight coverings because occlusion can increase absorption and the risk of local side effects such as skin thinning.
Some formulations use refined peanut oil as part of the vehicle. Tell your clinician about a peanut allergy, pregnancy or breastfeeding, skin infection, or use of other topical corticosteroids before starting treatment.
| Traditional | With Fern | |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor appointment | ~30 days to book | 5-hour clinician review |
| Getting the Rx | Separate pharmacy trip | Shipped to your door |
| Cost | Insurance + copays | $35/mo, no insurance |
| Follow-up | Second appointment | Message the care team |
The medication is a topical corticosteroid, while the oil is its delivery vehicle. The oil spreads easily across larger, dry, or scaly areas and may be more convenient when many patches need treatment.
The adult prescribing information directs a thin film on affected areas three times daily. Use only the amount, frequency, and duration your clinician prescribes, and stop when the eczema is controlled.
Not unless your clinician specifically directs you to. The label advises avoiding the face, underarms, groin, and other skin-fold areas because these areas have a higher risk of local side effects.
Contact the care team if you see no improvement within 2 weeks, or sooner if the area becomes painful, warm, weepy, or crusted. Those changes can suggest infection or another condition that needs a different treatment.
Share any peanut allergy, pregnancy or breastfeeding, current skin infection, and all other topical medicines you use. Some fluocinolone body-oil formulations contain refined peanut oil, and combining corticosteroids can increase exposure.
Fern clinicians review every case individually. Most patients hear back in under 3 hours.
Start your assessment →This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any treatment.
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