Uses For Fougera

Fougera is pharmaceutical company that produces a variety of different creams, gels, ointments and lotions. Each has a different use, either dermatological, ophthalmic or other uses. Most are prescribed by a doctor. Fougera specializes in producing generic versions of brand name products, helping to create an affordable alternative to comparable skin care.

Dermatological Use

• Some Fougera creams are prescribed by dermatologists to help those suffering from severe acne. These creams are just like the name brand products, but can be purchased at much lower prices.

  Adapalene Cream is produced by Fougera and is comparable to Differin gel. This acne gel helps prevent acne from forming by cleansing deep in pores.

  Fougera also produces a variety of Benzoyl Peroxide washes and pads comparable to Zoderm cleansers. This acne face wash product prevents acne from forming by drying up pores.

Ophthalmic Use

• Ophthalmic creams are prescribed by optometrists to treat various eye infections. One example of a Fougera product used for eye infections is Gentamicin Sulfate, which is comparable to Garamycin. This product comes in drops or in ointments and is applied to treat eye infections of various types. This product is available through prescription use only. Talk to your doctor about any medical issues you have before beginning treatment.

Other Uses

• Fougera produces a variety of creams for various skin conditions. These creams are available over the counter or through prescription use.

  Fluocinonide Topical treats itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling and inflammation of the skin due to a variety of skin conditions. Doctors prescribe

  this in ointment, cream or gel form each with varying strengths. Applied topically, the cream brings relief to irritated skin and is comparable to Lidex.

  Econazole Nitrate Cream treats skin infections like athlete's foot, jock itch or ringworm. Comparable to Spectazole, this cream is prescribed for topical application twice a day.

  Hydrocortisone has a variety of uses. This natural hormone is produced in the adrenal gland. Hydrocortisone can be used to replace this hormone when your body fails to produce enough, making this product is useful in treating inflammation from arthritis, eye, blood, kidney and intestinal disorders, allergies and asthma. In addition, it has been used to treat certain types of cancer. Available in varying strengths, Hydrocortisone can be found both over the counter and by prescription. It is comparable to Cortaid.