Triamcinolone acetonide cream
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
HOW SUPPLIED Triamcinolone acetonide cream USP 0.1% is supplied in 80 g box -NDC 68071-4013-08 Store at 59-86°F. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS DISPENSING WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION.; DermacinRx SilaPak - pdp
- HOW SUPPLIED Triamcinolone acetonide cream USP 0.1% is supplied in 80 g box -NDC 68071-4013-08 Store at 59-86°F. CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS DISPENSING WITHOUT PRESCRIPTION.
- DermacinRx SilaPak - pdp
Overview
The topical corticosteroids constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and antipruritic agents. Triamcinolone acetonide is a member of this class. Chemically triamcinolone acetonide is pregna-1, 4-diene-3, 20-dione, 9-flouro-11, 21-dihydroxy-16, 17-[(1-methylethylidene)bis(oxy)]-(11β16a). Its structural formula is: Each gram of triamcinolone acetonide cream contains 1 mg triamcinolone acetonide USP in a cream base consisting of purified water, emulsifying wax, mineral oil, propylene glycol, sorbitol solution, cetyl palmitate, sorbic acid, and potassium sorbate. image description
Indications & Usage
Triamcinolone acetonide cream is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Uses ■ for the treatment and/or prevention of diaper rash ■ temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin
Dosage & Administration
Directions ■ apply cream liberally as needed
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For external use only Do not use on ■ deep or puncture wounds ■ animal bites ■ serious burns When using this product ■ do not get into eyes Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ condition worsens ■ symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Contraindications
Triamcinolone acetonide cream is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.
Adverse Reactions
The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: Burning Itching Irritation Dryness Folliculitis Hypertrichosis Acneiform eruptions Hypopigmentation Perioral dermatitis Allergic contact dermatitis Maceration of the skin Secondary infection Skin Atrophy Striae Miliaria
Purpose
Purpose Skin Protectant
Storage & Handling
Other information ■ protect from freezing ■ avoid excessive heat
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