Capex
Otitis Externa, Uveitis, Perianal erythema + 30 more
Treatment
3 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Capex
Treatment for
Otitis Externa
What is Capex
Fluocinolone acetonide
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Fluocinolone acetonide is a steroid used in skin medications and implantable devices. It helps reduce inflammation and has been studied for its use in medical implants. In 2016, the FDA approved a device containing fluocinolone acetonide developed by Taro Pharmaceuticals.
Neo-Synalar
is the brand name
Capex Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Neo-Synalar
Fluocinolone acetonide
1963
93
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Fluocinolone acetonide, otherwise called Neo-Synalar, is approved by the FDA for 3 uses like Chronic Uveitis and Uveitis .
Chronic Uveitis
Uveitis
Uveitis
Effectiveness
How Capex Affects Patients
Fluocinolone acetonide is a medication that works by reducing inflammation and narrowing blood vessels. It is given as an implant in the eye to treat uveitis, a condition that causes inflammation. Studies have found that it can reduce the recurrence of uveitis flares by two times compared to patients who did not take it, and it can also cause a slight increase in eye pressure. It is important to monitor eye pressure while taking fluocinolone acetonide.
How Capex works in the body
Fluocinolone acetonide is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation by preventing the release of certain molecules that cause swelling and irritation. It does this by binding to the glucocorticoid receptor, which then helps to create proteins that block the release of arachidonic acid - the precursor of inflammatory molecules like prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed dose of Capex is contingent upon the recognized illness, including Hemorrhoids, Perianal erythema and Itch. The quantity of dosage is contingent upon the technique of application (e.g. Kit or Emulsion - Topical) outlined in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Pressure Ulcer
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Skin
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Skin Inflammation caused by Bacterial Infections
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Uveitis
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Diabetic Macular Edema
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Postoperative Care
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Eczema
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Dermatitis, Seborrheic
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Otitis Externa
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Uveitis
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Otitis Media
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Chronic disease
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Surgery; Ear
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
postoperative treatment
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Ear structure
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Wound Infection
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Perianal erythema
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Scab
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Itching
, 0.0001 mg/mg, 0.1 mg/mL, 0.00025 mg/mg, 0.11 mg/mL, 0.011 mg/mL, 0.0011 mg/mL, 0.01 %, 0.59 mg, 0.025 %, 0.19 mg, 0.0001 mg/mL, 0.25 mg/mL, 1.0 mg/mg, 0.18 mg, 0.625 mg/mL, 0.000003 mg/mg
, Topical, Cream, Cream - Topical, Ointment - Topical, Ointment, Solution, Solution - Topical, Kit, Oil, Oil - Topical, Auricular (otic), Oil - Auricular (otic), Kit - Topical, Solution - Auricular (otic), Shampoo, Shampoo - Topical, Intravitreal, Implant, Gel - Topical, Gel, Emulsion - Topical, Emulsion, Implant - Intravitreal, Intraocular, Implant - Intraocular, Solution / drops, Solution / drops - Auricular (otic)
Warnings
Capex Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Fluocinolone Acetonide may interact with conjunctiva
Mycoses
Do Not Combine
External auditory canal structure
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Fluocinolone Acetonide may interact with conjunctiva
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Capex.
Common Capex Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluocinolone acetonide is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluocinolone acetonide is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abatacept
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluocinolone acetonide is combined with Abatacept.
Abemaciclib
Major
The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be increased when combined with Fluocinolone acetonide.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Fluocinolone acetonide is combined with Abetimus.
Capex Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Studies have not been done to see if fluocinolone acetonide has potential to cause cancer or fertility problems. However, other forms of corticosteroids have been linked to genetic damage, and the Ames test and mouse lymphoma TK assay have shown that this does not apply to fluocinolone acetonide.
Capex Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Capex?
97 active trials are currently assessing the potential of Capex to mitigate Atopic Dermatitis, Otitis Media and Otitis Externa.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Hemorrhoids
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Perianal erythema
0 Actively Recruiting
Eczema
0 Actively Recruiting
Blister
0 Actively Recruiting
Otitis Externa
0 Actively Recruiting
Psoriasis of the scalp
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 4
Otitis
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Hemorrhoids
0 Actively Recruiting
Scab
0 Actively Recruiting
Ear structure
0 Actively Recruiting
Skin
0 Actively Recruiting
Skin Diseases
0 Actively Recruiting
Fissure in Ano
0 Actively Recruiting
Postoperative Care
5 Actively Recruiting
Early Phase 1, Phase 4, Not Applicable
Wound Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Skin Inflammation caused by Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Uveitis
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 3
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Coinfection
0 Actively Recruiting
Chronic disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Patient Q&A Section about capex
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
How do you calculate CapEx?
"In order to calculate capital expenditures, you will need the financial statements from your company from the past two years. To get this number, take the fixed assets and subtract the accumulated depreciation. Then, add the total depreciation."
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Is CapEx an asset?
"A capital expenditure is recorded as an asset on a company's balance sheet and is then charged to expense over the useful life of the asset using depreciation."
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What is CapEx and OpEx?
"OpEx, on the other hand, are the expenses incurred from normal business operations, such as labor, rent, and utilities.
A company's capital expenditures are its major, long-term expenses for things like physical assets, while operating expenses are the day-to-day expenses incurred from normal business operations."
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What is an example of CapEx?
"Examples of capital expenditure (CapEx) items might include a new printing press or a fleet of servers for a data center. These items are significant expenses that will provide value for many years to come and can therefore be capitalized over an extended period. Other examples of CapEx include capital leases."
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