How much does Fluocinolone Acetonide cost?

Pricing for Fluocinolone Acetonide varies by insurance plan, dose, and pharmacy. Our database does not show a fixed cost because prices change faster than we can verify. For current pharmacy prices, check your insurance's formulary tier (in the prior-authorization section), use the GoodRx or Cost Plus Drugs deep links on this page, or ask your pharmacist to run a test claim. If a copay card is listed, it usually drops the out-of-pocket significantly for commercial insurance.

Does Fluocinolone Acetonide need prior authorization?

Fluocinolone Acetonide appears on 4 payer formularies in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

Is there a copay card or patient assistance program for Fluocinolone Acetonide?

We haven't verified an active copay card or PAP for Fluocinolone Acetonide in our current data. Check NeedyMeds or RxAssist for independent directories, or submit what you find via our "Report a broken link" form.

What is Fluocinolone Acetonide used to treat?

Fluocinolone Acetonide (generic: fluocinolone acetonide) is indicated for Dermatitis, Psoriasis, Eczematous Otitis Externa and 6 other conditions. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

Fluocinolone Acetonide

Generic: fluocinolone acetonide

Verified·Apr 23, 2026

Manufacturer: Bausch Health
NDC: 0168-0064
RxCUI: 1191256
Route: TOPICAL
ICD-10 indication: L40.0

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About Fluocinolone Acetonide

What is this medication?

Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid medication primarily used to treat various inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching associated with these disorders. This medication is available in several topical forms, including creams, ointments, solutions, and oils, allowing it to be applied effectively to different areas of the body, including the scalp.

Beyond its topical use for skin conditions, this medication is also utilized in specialized formulations for the ears and eyes. It may be prescribed as an ear drop to treat chronic inflammation of the outer ear canal or as a long-acting implant for the treatment of certain chronic inflammatory diseases of the eye. Because it is a potent steroid, it is typically used for short durations or as directed by a physician to prevent potential side effects like skin thinning or systemic absorption.

Copay & patient assistance

Patient Copay Amount: $0 for eligible Focus on Access (FOA) program patients
Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Not Publicly Available
Core Eligibility Restrictions: Lack of insurance coverage or product not covered; documentation of household income; and proof of US residency.
RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for Fluocinolone Acetonide. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Jan 28, 2026

Indications and usage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: Fluocinolone Acetonide ointment is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Dosage and administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Fluocinolone Acetonide ointment is generally applied to the affected area as a thin film three or four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. In the hairy sites, the hair should be parted to allow direct contact with the lesion. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. Some plastic films may be flammable and due care should be exercised in their use. Similarly, caution should be employed when such films are used on children or left in their proximity, to avoid the possibility of accidental suffocation. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.

Contraindications

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

Adverse reactions

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, and miliaria.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

Click a condition to see copay cards, grants, and PA rules specific to it. For the full list of FDA-approved indications, see Prescribing information above.

Medicare Part D coverage

How Fluocinolone Acetonide appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-04-30).

Covered by plans

82%

4,510 of 5,509 plans

Most common tier

Tier 4

On 41% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

of covering formularies

Tier	Formularies on this tier	Share
Tier 1 (preferred generic)	53	19%
Tier 2 (generic)	63	23%
Tier 3 (preferred brand)	45	16%
Tier 4 (non-preferred brand)	113	41%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 51% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 274 of 65 formularies

How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).

Prior authorization & coverage

Payer	PA	Step therapy	Copay tier
— Medicare Part D	—	—	—
— Medicare Part D	—	—	—
— Medicare Part D	—	—	—
— Medicare Part D	—	—	—

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How this page is sourced

Drug identity verified against openFDA NDC Directory.
Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
Copay and assistance URLs verified periodically; if you hit a broken link, tell us.