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Is Formocortal vegan?

Formocortal

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Formocortal, also known as fluoroformylone, is a synthetic corticosteroid used topically in dermatology and ophthalmology for its anti-inflammatory effects.

Also known as Fluoroformylone, Pregna-3,5-diene-6-carboxaldehyde, 3-(2-chloroethoxy)-9-fluoro-11beta,16alpha,17,21-tetrahydroxy-20-oxo-, cyclic 16,17-acetal with acetone, 21-acetate
INCI name Formocortal
CAS number 2825-60-7
EC number 220-584-2
CosIng ID 81875
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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