Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS)
Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
A topical glucocorticoid used in the treatment of eczema.
Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) is a potent glucocorticoid steroid used topically as anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of skin disorders such as eczema. It mediates its effects to relieve itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort associated with inflammatory skin conditions.
Trade Name | Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) |
Availability | Prescription only |
Generic | Fluocinonide |
Fluocinonide Other Names | Fluocinonida, Fluocinonide, Fluocinonido, Fluocinonidum |
Related Drugs | Humira, Cosentyx, Dupixent, prednisone, doxycycline, methotrexate, betamethasone topical, Remicade, Stelara, cyclosporine |
Type | |
Formula | C26H32F2O7 |
Weight | Average: 494.5249 Monoisotopic: 494.211609788 |
Groups | Approved, Investigational |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | |
Available Country | Canada |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
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Uses
Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) is a high potency corticosteroid commonly used topically for a number of inflammatory skin conditions.
A topical anti-inflammatory product for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dermatosis, Inflammation, Pruritus
How Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) works
Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) is a potent glucocorticoid steroid used topically as anti-inflammatory agent for the treatment of skin disorders such as eczema. Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) binds to the cytosolic glucocorticoid receptor. After binding the receptor the newly formed receptor-ligand complex translocates itself into the cell nucleus, where it binds to many glucocorticoid response elements (GRE) in the promoter region of the target genes. The DNA bound receptor then interacts with basic transcription factors, causing the increase in expression of specific target genes. The anti-inflammatory actions of corticosteroids are thought to involve lipocortins, phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins which, through inhibition arachidonic acid, control the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and leukotrienes. Specifically glucocorticoids induce lipocortin-1 (annexin-1) synthesis, which then binds to cell membranes preventing the phospholipase A2 from coming into contact with its substrate arachidonic acid. This leads to diminished eicosanoid production. Cyclooxygenase (both COX-1 and COX-2) expression is also suppressed, potentiating the effect. In another words, the two main products in inflammation Prostaglandins and Leukotrienes are inhibited by the action of Glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoids also stimulate the lipocortin-1 escaping to the extracellular space, where it binds to the leukocyte membrane receptors and inhibits various inflammatory events: epithelial adhesion, emigration, chemotaxis, phagocytosis, respiratory burst and the release of various inflammatory mediators (lysosomal enzymes, cytokines, tissue plasminogen activator, chemokines etc.) from neutrophils, macrophages and mastocytes. Additionally the immune system is suppressed by corticosteroids due to a decrease in the function of the lymphatic system, a reduction in immunoglobulin and complement concentrations, the precipitation of lymphocytopenia, and interference with antigen-antibody binding. Like other glucocorticoid agents Fluocinolone acetonide acts as a physiological antagonist to insulin by decreasing glycogenesis (formation of glycogen). It also promotes the breakdown of lipids (lipolysis), and proteins, leading to the mobilization of extrahepatic amino acids and ketone bodies. This leads to increased circulating glucose concentrations (in the blood). There is also decreased glycogen formation in the liver.
Toxicity
Side effects may include acne-like eruptions, burning, dryness, excessive hair growth, infection of the skin, irritation, itching, lack of skin colour, prickly heat, skin inflammation, skin loss or softening, stretch marks.
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Lyderm (CORTICOSTEROIDS) Disease Interaction
Moderate: diabetes, diaper rash, hyperadrenocorticism, infections, ocular toxicities
Elimination Route
The extent of percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids is determined by many factors including the vehicle, the integrity of the epidermal barrier, and the use of occlusive dressings. In general, percutaneous absorption is minimal.
Elimination Route
Corticosteroids are metabolized primarily in the liver and are then excreted by the kidneys.
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