Synalar Gel Description

Synalar Gel is a potent topical corticosteroid medication prescribed to treat inflammatory skin conditions such as dermatitis and eczema during a flare up, scalp psoriasis, or rashes. The gel formula is ideal for hairy areas as it is lighter and non-greasy compared to the ointment or cream. Scalp psoriasis can benefit from using Synalar Gel as it is absorbed easily without a greasy residue clinging to your hair.

Find Relief from Inflammatory Skin Conditions with Synalar Gel

The active ingredient in Synalar Gel is called Fluocinolone. When applied as instructed, Fluocinolone is absorbed into your skin cells and works to block the production and release of inflammatory chemicals that your immune system has called upon to contain the cause of your irritation and start the healing process. This action reduces the redness, swelling, and pain that inflammation causes and allows the affected area some relief.

Conditions Treated by Synalar Gel

Scalp psoriasis can cause flaking that resembles dandruff or can appear as thick patches of scales. Either way, it can be embarrassing as the flakes and scales can slough off and fall onto your clothing. Psoriasis is not contagious and the exact cause is relatively unknown. However, it’s believed to be an abnormality of your immune system that results in new skin cells forming faster than the old cells can be shed. This creates the raised, scaly patches on your scalp and other parts of your body.

Before You Use Synalar Gel

Tell your doctor about other medical conditions or allergies you have and list any Rx drugs, OTC medications, herbal preparations, and dietary or vitamin supplements you are taking. Combining Synalar Gel with any of these could cause a change in efficacy or cause unintended side effects.

It may be advisable to not use Synalar Gel if you are pregnant or breast-feeding as there are no adequate studies to show if your unborn or nursing baby may be harmed. If you become pregnant while using Synalar Gel, tell your doctor right away.

Precautions and Recommendations for Synalar Gel

You should stop using Synalar Gel and call your doctor if you experience severe irritation of any treated skin. Do not cover or bandage the treated area as this can intensify the potency of Synalar Gel and cause unintended side effects. Your treated skin can also be more sensitive to the effects of sunlight so you should wear appropriate clothing to avoid sunburn. After Synalar Gel has absorbed into your skin, apply a sunscreen with at least a 30SPF (sun protection factor).

Possible Side Effects

• Burning or stinging at application site
• Hypersensitivity to treated areas
• Temporary worsening of condition

Drugs Similar to Synalar Gel

• Diprosone Lotion
• Dovobet Gel
• Calmurid HC Cream