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Drug overview for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
Generic name: TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (tri-am-SIN-oh-lone)
Drug class: Steroids - Mouth
Therapeutic class: Mouth-Throat-Dental - Preparations
Triamcinolone acetonide is a synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid.
Triamcinolone shares the actions of the other topical corticosteroids and is used for the relief of the inflammatory manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. The drug is also used as a paste for adjunctive treatment to provide temporary relief of symptoms associated with oral inflammatory or ulcerative lesions resulting from trauma.
Generic name: TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (tri-am-SIN-oh-lone)
Drug class: Steroids - Mouth
Therapeutic class: Mouth-Throat-Dental - Preparations
Triamcinolone acetonide is a synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid.
Triamcinolone shares the actions of the other topical corticosteroids and is used for the relief of the inflammatory manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. The drug is also used as a paste for adjunctive treatment to provide temporary relief of symptoms associated with oral inflammatory or ulcerative lesions resulting from trauma.
DRUG IMAGES
TRIAMCINOLONE 0.1% PASTE
The following indications for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide) have been approved by the FDA:
Indications:
Stomatitis
Professional Synonyms:
Inflammation of the mouth
Inflammatory disease of mucous membrane
Mucositis
Indications:
Stomatitis
Professional Synonyms:
Inflammation of the mouth
Inflammatory disease of mucous membrane
Mucositis
The following dosing information is available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
Dermatologic preparations of triamcinolone acetonide are applied sparingly in thin films and are rubbed gently into the affected area 2-4 times daily. The 0.5% cream and 0.5%
ointment should be used only in the treatment of dermatoses which are refractory to treatment with lower concentrations. The 0.1 and 0.5%
creams are applied 2-3 times daily according to severity of the condition. When the aerosol is applied, an area about the size of the patient's hand is sprayed for about 2 seconds from a distance of about 7.5-15 cm 3 or 4 times daily.
Occlusive dressings may be used for severe or resistant dermatoses.
For use in the mouth, a small amount (about 0.6 cm) of the 0.1% paste is pressed to the lesion without rubbing until a thin film develops; a larger amount may be required to cover some lesions. The paste is applied at bedtime and, if necessary, 2 or 3 times daily, preferably after meals. If substantial regeneration or repair of the oral tissues does not occur after 7 days of treatment, further investigation of the etiology of the oral lesions should be undertaken.
ointment should be used only in the treatment of dermatoses which are refractory to treatment with lower concentrations. The 0.1 and 0.5%
creams are applied 2-3 times daily according to severity of the condition. When the aerosol is applied, an area about the size of the patient's hand is sprayed for about 2 seconds from a distance of about 7.5-15 cm 3 or 4 times daily.
Occlusive dressings may be used for severe or resistant dermatoses.
For use in the mouth, a small amount (about 0.6 cm) of the 0.1% paste is pressed to the lesion without rubbing until a thin film develops; a larger amount may be required to cover some lesions. The paste is applied at bedtime and, if necessary, 2 or 3 times daily, preferably after meals. If substantial regeneration or repair of the oral tissues does not occur after 7 days of treatment, further investigation of the etiology of the oral lesions should be undertaken.
No enhanced Administration information available for this drug.
| DRUG LABEL | DOSING TYPE | DOSING INSTRUCTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| TRIAMCINOLONE 0.1% PASTE | Maintenance | Adults place a small amount to the affected area by mucous membrane route 2-3 times daily after meals |
| DRUG LABEL | DOSING TYPE | DOSING INSTRUCTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| TRIAMCINOLONE 0.1% PASTE | Maintenance | Adults place a small amount to the affected area by mucous membrane route 2-3 times daily after meals |
The following drug interaction information is available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
There are 0 contraindications.
There are 0 severe interactions.
There are 0 moderate interactions.
The following contraindication information is available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
Drug contraindication overview.
No enhanced Contraindications information available for this drug.
No enhanced Contraindications information available for this drug.
There are 2 contraindications.
Absolute contraindication.
| Contraindication List |
|---|
| Acute oral cavity infection |
| Oral candidiasis |
There are 0 severe contraindications.
There are 1 moderate contraindications.
Clinically significant contraindication, where the condition can be managed or treated before the drug may be given safely.
| Moderate List |
|---|
| Hypothalamic-pituitary insufficiency |
The following adverse reaction information is available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
Adverse reaction overview.
No enhanced Common Adverse Effects information available for this drug.
No enhanced Common Adverse Effects information available for this drug.
There are 3 severe adverse reactions.
| More Frequent | Less Frequent |
|---|---|
| None. | None. |
| Rare/Very Rare |
|---|
|
Hyperglycemia Mouth irritation Peptic ulcer |
There are 1 less severe adverse reactions.
| More Frequent | Less Frequent |
|---|---|
| None. | None. |
| Rare/Very Rare |
|---|
|
Dysgeusia |
The following precautions are available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
No enhanced Pediatric Use information available for this drug.
Contraindicated
Severe Precaution
Management or Monitoring Precaution
Contraindicated
| None |
Severe Precaution
| None |
Management or Monitoring Precaution
| None |
No enhanced Pregnancy information available for this drug.
No enhanced Lactation information available for this drug.
Precaution Exists
Precaution exists. (No data or inconclusive human data.) Use of this drug by breast feeding mothers should be evaluated carefully.
Precaution Exists
Precaution exists. (No data or inconclusive human data.) Use of this drug by breast feeding mothers should be evaluated carefully.
| Drug Name | Excretion Potential | Effect on Infant | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acet (dental) | Unknown. It is unknown whether the drug is excreted in human breast milk. | It is not known whether this drug has an adverse effect on the nursing infant. (No data or inconclusive human data) | Amount of systemic absorption unknown, caution advised. |
No enhanced Geriatric Use information available for this drug.
The following prioritized warning is available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide):
No warning message for this drug.
No warning message for this drug.
The following icd codes are available for TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE (triamcinolone acetonide)'s list of indications:
| Stomatitis | |
| K12.0 | Recurrent oral aphthae |
| K12.1 | Other forms of stomatitis |
| K12.3 | Oral mucositis (ulcerative) |
| K12.30 | Oral mucositis (ulcerative), unspecified |
| K12.31 | Oral mucositis (ulcerative) due to antineoplastic therapy |
| K12.32 | Oral mucositis (ulcerative) due to other drugs |
| K12.33 | Oral mucositis (ulcerative) due to radiation |
| K12.39 | Other oral mucositis (ulcerative) |
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