florone

Frequently asked questions

What does Florone treat?

Florone (Diflorasone Diacetate) may be used to treat facial dermatoses, foot dermatoses, hand dermatoses, inflammation, leg dermatoses, pruritus, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Florone work?

Florone is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids mimic the body's natural stress hormone cortisol: they enter cells and bind a glucocorticoid receptor that switches off genes for inflammatory chemicals, calming swelling, redness, and an overactive immune response.

How is Florone rated?

pharmaranks gives Florone a composite score of 3.2 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Florone?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Florone. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Florone?

Florone is marketed by Pfizer. You can see Pfizer's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Florone a brand-name or generic drug?

Florone is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Diflorasone Diacetate.

Is Florone available over the counter?

No. Florone is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Florone come in?

Florone is currently marketed as topical, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Florone?

Florone is classified as corticosteroid, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Florone FDA-registered?

Florone is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA017741. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Florone been recalled by the FDA?

Florone has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Florone safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Florone a recall-safety score of 64/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.