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Fluocinonide .5 mg/g Cream — NDC 51672-1254-3 (Billing 51672-1254-03)

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. · 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 60 g in 1 TUBE

This is a package of Fluocinonide .5 mg/g Cream from Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., marketed since Jan 1989 and currently FDA-listed; retail pharmacies pay about $0.6050 per g (NADAC).

NDC 51672-1254-03
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 51672-1254-3 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains60 g in 1 tube Cost per g$0.6050 NADAC Per package$36.30 / 60 g Pack sizes3 compare ↓
Also priced by: Part D plans $0.6687/unit — full pricing hub ↓
Rx only Generic On market Non-controlled ⇄ Compare with another NDC
🗂️ FDA directory synced Oct 1, 2026 · this listing last changed Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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Other active recalls for Fluocinonide (different manufacturers) — 3 · tap to view
These affect other manufacturers’ products for the same ingredient — not necessarily the exact NDC on this page.
Class II · Mar 25, 2026 — Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing. (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC) · FDA recall D-0476-2026
Class II · Mar 25, 2026 — Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing. (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC) · FDA recall D-0477-2026
Class II · Mar 25, 2026 — Failed Viscosity Specifications: Out of Specification results, above the specification limit, in viscosity, noted during stability testing. (SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC) · FDA recall D-0475-2026
Each entry is an official FDA enforcement report — look up any recall number in the FDA recall database ↗

Identity & classification

Regulatory identifiers FDA, NLM and CMS codes for this package

FDA NDC (as labeled) 51672-1254-3
Product NDC 51672-1254
11-digit billing NDC 51672125403
NCPDP billing unit GM — per gram (weight)
UNII 2W4A77YPAN
UPC 0351672126414, 0351672127923
Application # ANDA072494
SPL Set ID b0bc89a9-c9d5-4adb-9785-2d4487c4c656
Established class (EPC) Corticosteroid
Mechanism of action Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category ANDA
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 1989-01-19
Route TOPICAL
Dosage form CREAM
Substance FLUOCINONIDE
TE code (Orange Book) AB2 · RLD · RS

Drug-database identifiers Medi-Span GPI and First Databank GCN / HICL / AHFS classification

GPI-14 90550060103705
GPI class Fluocinonide Emulsified Base
GCN Seq No 007614
GCN 54650
HICL code 003317
Ingredient (HICL) Fluocinonide/Emollient Base
HIC1 code Q
Therapeutic class — broad (HIC1) Ear/Eye/Nose/Rectum/Topical/Vagina/Other
HIC2 code Q5
Therapeutic class — intermediate (HIC2) Agents Acting Principally On The Skin
HIC3 code Q5P
Therapeutic class — specific (HIC3) Topical Anti-Inflammatory Steroidal
AHFS code 84:06.08.00
AHFS class Corticosteroids (Skin, Mucous Membrane)
FDB label name FLUOCINONIDE-E 0.05% CREAM
FDB brand name Fluocinonide-E
Legend status F — Federal legend — prescription drug or device
Quick answers
  • GSN (GCN sequence number): 007614
  • GCN: 54650
  • GPI-14 (Medi-Span): 90550060103705
  • HICL (First Databank): 003317
  • AHFS class code: 84:06.08.00
  • RxCUI (RxNorm): 103456
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 51672-1254-3 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 51672-1254-03. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Corticosteroid class.

Pharmacologic class Corticosteroid
Drug family (ATC) Corticosteroids, Corticosteroids, potent (group III)
How it works Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonists
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

Clinical

Label name FLUOCINONIDE-E 0.05% CREAM Ingredient Fluocinonide/Emollient Base
📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Fluocinolone topical is used to treat the itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort of various skin conditions, including psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body and eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy and to sometimes develop red, scaly rashes). Fluocinolone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • It calms redness, swelling and itching from skin conditions that respond to steroids. The 0.1% creams, including Vanos, are for people 12 and older, and the label specifically desc...
  • Use a thin layer on the affected skin only. Follow the schedule on your label and from your prescriber, which differs between the 0.1% creams and the 0.05% products. Don't cover th...
  • No. The 0.1% creams are not for the face, groin or underarms. Also keep all of it out of your eyes, mouth and vagina.
  • The 0.1% creams are not recommended beyond 2 consecutive weeks. Stop once the condition is controlled, and tell your doctor if you see no improvement in 2 weeks.
📖 Read our full Fluocinonide guide →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer gPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly $0.605 $36.30 / 60 g
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · Q2 2026 $0.6687 $40.12 / 60 g
NADAC price history (per g) — tap or hover for the price & month
Dec 2021 Nov 2023 Mar 2026 Sep 2026 $1.000 $0.509
▼ Down 18% over the last 18 months.
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Per unit Per pack Marketing startMarketing endStatus
51672-1254-01 51672-1254-1 Main listing 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 15 g in 1 TUBE $0.9060 / g $13.59 1989-01-19 — Active
51672-1254-02 51672-1254-2 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 30 g in 1 TUBE $0.7671 / g $23.01 1989-01-19 — Active
51672-1254-03 You're viewing this 1 TUBE in 1 CARTON / 60 g in 1 TUBE $0.6050 / g $36.30 1989-01-19 — Active

This pack has the lowest per-g cost of the 3 priced pack sizes ($0.6050 NADAC).

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in this package?
This package is listed by the FDA — 1 tube in 1 carton / 60 g in 1 tube.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Fluocinonide .5 mg/g Cream?
Use the 11-digit billing form listed in the identifiers section of this page. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

Prices are the latest CMS NADAC pharmacy acquisition cost per NDC; per-pack figures are per-unit × pack quantity, shown only when the pack is denominated in the same measure NADAC prices.

Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 00713-0663-15 Cosette 1 tube $0.367 AB1 Availability likely save 39%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 00093-0262-15 Teva 1 tube $0.367 AB1 Discontinued save 39%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 51672-1386-01 Sun 1 tube $0.367 AB1 Availability likely save 39%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 51672-1264-01 Sun 1 tube $0.368 AB Availability likely save 39%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 00093-0264-15 Teva 1 tube $0.368 AB Discontinued save 39%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 21922-0064-03 Encube 1 tube $0.472 AB1 Availability likely save 22%
Fluocinonide Cream .5 mg/g 69238-1534-02 Amneal 1 tube $0.472 AB1 Availability likely save 22%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/gthis 51672-1254-03 Sun 1 tube $0.605 AB2 Availability likely —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 00093-0263-15 Teva 1 tube $0.906 AB2 Discontinued +50%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 00713-0664-15 Cosette 1 tube $0.906 AB2 Availability likely +50%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 45802-0761-15 Padagis 1 tube $1.084 AB Availability likely +79%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 51672-1279-01 Sun 1 tube $1.084 AB Availability likely +79%
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 50090-3277-00 A-S 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 68071-4921-05 NuCare 30 g — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 68788-8593-06 Preferred 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 50090-6309-00 A-S 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 68071-4219-05 NuCare 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 68788-8554-06 Preferred 1 tube — AB FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 66267-0973-15 NuCare 15 g — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 68071-2202-05 NuCare 1 tube — AB FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 50090-1784-00 A-S 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
Fluocinonide .5 mg/g 50090-7923-00 A-S 1 tube — AB1 FDA listed —
About this product: this is a generic version of the medicine. FDA equivalence ratings are shown when available, and other versions are listed above, least expensive first.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

Availability & generic status

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1989
On the market since
Jan 1989
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
37 years listed
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Generic on the market
this product is a generic
✅This is a generic drug

This product is an FDA-approved generic. Other versions of the same drug are listed under Therapeutic equivalents, least expensive first.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII XF417D3PSL
    Anhydrous citric acid is a sour, crystalline powder derived from citric acid with water removed. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to control pH, adds tartness to improve taste, and helps tablets disintegrate.
  • UNII 936JST6JCN
    Cetyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping blend oil and water components and giving products a smooth, creamy texture.
  • UNII T5L8T28FGP
    Mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from crude oil. It acts as a lubricant and emollient in medications, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and aiding moisture retention in topical products.
  • UNII 4T6H12BN9U
    Petrolatum is a purified mineral oil-based jelly derived from petroleum. In medicines, it acts as an emollient, lubricant, and moisture barrier to soften skin, reduce friction, and help prevent water loss from formulations.
  • UNII CAL22UVI4M
    A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and fatty acids. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and stability of the medicine.
  • UNII 6DC9Q167V3
    Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
  • UNII NVZ4I0H58X
    A waxy substance made from sorbitol and stearic acid. It acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer, helping keep oil and water mixed together and preventing separation in the medicine.
  • UNII 2KR89I4H1Y
    Stearyl alcohol is a waxy, fatty substance derived from natural oils or made synthetically. It acts as an emulsifier and thickener in medicines, helping mix ingredients together and give the product the right texture.
  • UNII 059QF0KO0R
    Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.

9 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerSun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.
Application holderTARO PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD
FDA applicationANDA072494 (ANDA)
Labeler code51672
First marketedJan 1989
Product typeHuman Prescription Drug
Portfolio890 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

Full prescribing information FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official prescribing information, verbatim, section by section. Very long sections are excerpted here and marked; the full text is on DailyMed (linked in the sources below). Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage 36 words ▾

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base), Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 76 words ▾

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base), Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.

⛔ Contraindications 21 words ▾

CONTRAINDICATIONS Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparations.

🤒 Adverse Reactions 77 words ▾

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: Burning Itching Irritation Dryness Folliculitis Hypertrichosis Acneiform Eruptions Hypopigmentation Perioral Dermatitis Allergic Contact Dermatitis Maceration of the Skin Secondary Infection Skin Atrophy Striae Miliaria To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc., at 1-866-923-4914 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

🤰 Pregnancy 92 words ▾

Pregnancy Category C Corticosteroids are generally teratogenic in laboratory animals when administered systemically at relatively low dosage levels. The more potent corticosteroids have been shown to be teratogenic after dermal application in laboratory animals. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids.

Therefore, topical corticosteroids should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Drugs of this class should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.

🧒 Pediatric Use 114 words ▾

Pediatric Use Pediatric patients may demonstrate greater susceptibility to topical corticosteroid-induced hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression and Cushing's syndrome than mature patients because of a larger skin surface area to body weight ratio. HPA axis suppression, Cushing's syndrome, and intracranial hypertension have been reported in children receiving topical corticosteroids. Manifestations of adrenal suppression in children include linear growth retardation, delayed weight gain, low plasma cortisol levels, and absence of response to ACTH stimulation.

Manifestations of intracranial hypertension include bulging fontanelles, headaches, and bilateral papilledema. Administration of topical corticosteroids to children should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen. Chronic corticosteroid therapy may interfere with the growth and development of children.

🆘 Overdosage 17 words ▾

OVERDOSAGE Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see PRECAUTIONS ).

🧬 Clinical Pharmacology 192 words ▾

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Topical corticosteroids share anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and vasoconstrictive actions. The mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the topical corticosteroids is unclear. Various laboratory methods, including vasoconstrictor assays, are used to compare and predict potencies and/or clinical efficacies of the topical corticosteroids.

There is some evidence to suggest that a recognizable correlation exists between vasoconstrictor potency and therapeutic efficacy in man. Pharmacokinetics 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. Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed from normal intact skin.

Inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin increase percutaneous absorption. Occlusive dressings substantially increase the percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids. Thus, occlusive dressings may be a valuable therapeutic adjunct for treatment of resistant dermatoses (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ).

Once absorbed through the skin, topical corticosteroids are handled through pharmacokinetic pathways similar to systemically administered corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are bound to plasma proteins in varying degrees. Corticosteroids are metabolized primarily in the liver and are then excreted by the kidneys.

Some of the topical corticosteroids and their metabolites are also excreted into the bile.

📦 How Supplied / Storage and Handling 132 words ▾

HOW SUPPLIED Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1253-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1253-2), 60 g (NDC 51672-1253-3) and 120 g (NDC 51672-1253-4) tubes. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base) is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1254-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1254-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1254-3) tubes.

Store at controlled room temperature. Avoid excessive heat, above 40°C (104°F). Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1279-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1279-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1279-3) tubes.

Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1264-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1264-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1264-3) tubes. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).

Avoid temperature above 30°C (86°F).

📦 Storage and Handling 130 words ▾

Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1253-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1253-2), 60 g (NDC 51672-1253-3) and 120 g (NDC 51672-1253-4) tubes. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base) is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1254-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1254-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1254-3) tubes.

Store at controlled room temperature. Avoid excessive heat, above 40°C (104°F). Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1279-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1279-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1279-3) tubes.

Store at 20°- 25°C (68°- 77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% is supplied in 15 g (NDC 51672-1264-1), 30 g (NDC 51672-1264-2) and 60 g (NDC 51672-1264-3) tubes. Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).

Avoid temperature above 30°C (86°F).

📋 Description ~1 min read ▾

DESCRIPTION Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base), Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% are intended for topical administration. The active component in each is the corticosteroid fluocinonide, which is the 21-acetate ester of fluocinolone acetonide and has the chemical name pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione,21-(acetyloxy)-6,9-difluoro-11-hydroxy-16,17-[(1-methylethylidene)bis(oxy)]-,(6α,11β,16α)-. It has the following chemical structure: Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% contains fluocinonide 0.5 mg/g in a specially formulated cream base consisting of citric acid, glycerin, 1,2,6-hexanetriol, polyethylene glycol-3350, polyethylene glycol-8000, propylene glycol and stearyl alcohol.

This white cream vehicle is greaseless, non-staining, anhydrous and completely water miscible. The base provides emollient and hydrophylic properties. Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base) contains fluocinonide 0.5 mg/g in a water-washable aqueous emollient base of cetyl alcohol, citric acid (anhydrous), mineral oil, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan monostearate, stearyl alcohol and white petrolatum.

Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% contains fluocinonide 0.5 mg/g in a specially formulated gel base consisting of carbomer 940, edetate disodium, propyl gallate, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH) and purified water. This clear, colorless, thixotropic vehicle is greaseless, non-staining and completely water miscible. Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% contains fluocinonide 0.5 mg/g in a specially formulated ointment base consisting of glyceryl monostearate, propylene carbonate, propylene glycol, white petrolatum and white wax.

It provides the occlusive and emollient effects desirable in an ointment. In the Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05%, Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05%, and Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% formulations, the active ingredient is totally in solution. Chemical Structure

💬 Information for Patients 122 words ▾

Information for the Patient Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions: This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.

Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than for which it was prescribed. The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician. Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions, especially under occlusive dressing.

Parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area, as these garments may constitute occlusive dressings.

⚠️ Precautions ~3 min read ▾

PRECAUTIONS General Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, and glucosuria in some patients. Conditions which augment systemic absorption include the application of the more potent steroids, use over large surface areas, prolonged use, and the addition of occlusive dressings. Therefore, patients receiving a large dose of a potent topical steroid applied to a large surface area or under an occlusive dressing should be evaluated periodically for evidence of HPA axis suppression by using the urinary free cortisol and ACTH stimulation tests.

If HPA axis suppression is noted, an attempt should be made to withdraw the drug, to reduce the frequency of application, or to substitute a less potent steroid. Recovery of HPA axis function is generally prompt and complete upon discontinuation of the drug. Infrequently, signs and symptoms of steroid withdrawal may occur, requiring supplemental systemic corticosteroids.

Children may absorb proportionally larger amounts of topical corticosteroids and thus be more susceptible to systemic toxicity (see PRECAUTIONS - Pediatric Use ). If irritation develops, topical corticosteroids should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted. As with any topical corticosteroid product, prolonged use may produce atrophy of the skin and subcutaneous tissues.

When used on intertriginous or flexor areas, or on the face, this may occur even with short-term use. In the presence of dermatological infections, the use of an appropriate antifungal or antibacterial agent should be instituted. If a favorable response does not occur promptly, the corticosteroid should be discontinued until the infection has been adequately controlled.

Information for the Patient Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions: This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.

Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than for which it was prescribed. The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician. Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions, especially under occlusive dressing.

Parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area, as these garments may constitute occlusive dressings. Laboratory Tests The following tests may be helpful in evaluating the HPA axis suppression: Urinary free cortisol test ACTH stimulation test Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, and Impairment of Fertility Long-term animal studies have not been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential or the effect on fertility of topical corticosteroids.

Studies to determine mutagenicity with prednisolone and hydrocortisone have revealed negative results. Pregnancy Category C Corticosteroids are generally teratogenic in laboratory animals when administered systemically at relatively low dosage levels. The more potent corticosteroids have been shown to be teratogenic after dermal application in laboratory animals.

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women on teratogenic effects from topically applied corticosteroids. Therefore, topical corticosteroids should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Drugs of this class should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.

Nursing Mothers It is not known whether topical administration of corticosteroids could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in breast milk. Systemically administered corticosteroids are secreted into breast milk in quantities not likely to have a deleterious effe… [Excerpted — this section continues on DailyMed.]

🍼 Nursing Mothers 58 words ▾

Nursing Mothers It is not known whether topical administration of corticosteroids could result in sufficient systemic absorption to produce detectable quantities in breast milk. Systemically administered corticosteroids are secreted into breast milk in quantities not likely to have a deleterious effect on the infant. Nevertheless, caution should be exercised when topical corticosteroids are administered to a nursing woman.

🧬 Pharmacokinetics 132 words ▾

Pharmacokinetics 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. Topical corticosteroids can be absorbed from normal intact skin. Inflammation and/or other disease processes in the skin increase percutaneous absorption.

Occlusive dressings substantially increase the percutaneous absorption of topical corticosteroids. Thus, occlusive dressings may be a valuable therapeutic adjunct for treatment of resistant dermatoses (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION ). Once absorbed through the skin, topical corticosteroids are handled through pharmacokinetic pathways similar to systemically administered corticosteroids.

Corticosteroids are bound to plasma proteins in varying degrees. Corticosteroids are metabolized primarily in the liver and are then excreted by the kidneys. Some of the topical corticosteroids and their metabolites are also excreted into the bile.

📄 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility 38 words ▾

Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, and Impairment of Fertility Long-term animal studies have not been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential or the effect on fertility of topical corticosteroids. Studies to determine mutagenicity with prednisolone and hydrocortisone have revealed negative results.

📄 Package Label / Principal Display Panel 159 words ▾

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 g Tube Carton (Cream) NDC 51672-1253-2 Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. 30 g Rx only TARO PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 30 g Tube Carton (Cream) Sun Label

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Carton NDC 51672-1254-1 Fluocinonide Cream USP, 0.05% (Emulsified Base) FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. 15 g Rx only TARO PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Carton

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Carton NDC 51672-1279-1 Fluocinonide Gel USP, 0.05% FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. 15 g Rx only TARO PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Carton

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 15 g Tube Carton NDC 51672-1264-1 Fluocinonide Ointment USP, 0.05% flucinonide-05

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗

Medicaid utilization by pack size

Medicaid (SDUD) totals over the four most recent reported quarters for every package size of this drug — handy when a specific package (e.g. a starter/titration pack) carries little or no Medicaid volume on its own.
1 tube51672-1254-01 64 Rx · $1,049
1 tube51672-1254-02 No Medicaid data
Drug total (last 4 qtrs): 64 Rx · 990 units · $1,049 gross reimbursed
Tap a pack size to open its page. Source: CMS State Drug Utilization Data, last 4 quarters.

Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)

Medicare Part D (outpatient prescription) spending for Fluocinonide — the program that covers self-administered drugs. 13 manufacturers.
⚠️ Drug-level data: CMS publishes Part D spending by drug, not by NDC — these figures combine every manufacturer, strength and package size sold under the name Fluocinonide. That’s a different level of aggregation than the Medicaid card above, which is specific to this exact 11-digit NDC (pack size included), so the two aren’t directly comparable.
Period
Total Part D spend
$6.96M
Claims incl. refills
176.2K
Beneficiaries
135.8K
Spend / beneficiary
$51.22
Spend / claim
$39.49
Trend by period
💵 About the dollar figures: spending is what Part D plans paid before confidential manufacturer rebates, so the program’s real net cost is lower. A blank patient count means fewer than 11 people — CMS hides counts that small to protect privacy. Source: CMS Medicare Quarterly Part D Spending by Drug (data.cms.gov), updated quarterly.

Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for Fluocinonide — the ingredient across all brands.

Top reported reactions

Psoriasis546
Rash454
Pruritus426
Fatigue288
Diarrhoea285
Nausea275
Pain273

Age at onset

Infant3
Child69
Adolescent77
Adult980
Elderly477

Reporter sex

5,595 reports

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization1,022
Death259
Disabling99
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2019 2021 2023 2026 438 0
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.
For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.