Fludroxycortide (
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BAN
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JAN), also known as flurandrenolide (
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topical corticosteroid and is used as an
anti-inflammatory
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treatment for use on
skin
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irritations. Trade names include Haelan (Typharm, UK) and Cordran (by
Watson Pharmaceuticals, US).
Fludroxycortide is available in ointment, cream and as an impregnated tape (Haelan tape, Cordran tape). Licensed indications in the United Kingdom include recalcitrant
dermatoses.
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