fluocinolone

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English

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Etymology

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From fluo(ro)- +‎ [Term?] +‎ -olone (steroid or steroid-like drug).

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Noun

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fluocinolone (countable and uncountable, plural fluocinolones)

  1. (pharmacology) A synthetic hydrocortisone derivative used in dermatology to reduce skin inflammation and relieve itching.