The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare
professional before using this drug.
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Kenalog /Triamcinolone Use Indication:
Kenalog comes in ointment, cream, lotion, liquid, and aerosol
(spray) in various strengths for use on the skin and as a paste for use
in the mouth. It usually is applied two to four times a day. For mouth
sores, it is applied at bedtime and, if necessary, two or three times
daily, preferably after meals. Follow the directions on your
prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to
explain any part you do not understand. Use Kenalog /Triamcinolone exactly as
directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than
prescribed by your doctor. Do not apply it to other areas of your body
or wrap or bandage the treated area unless directed to do so by your
doctor.
Wash or soak the affected area thoroughly before applying the medicine,
unless it irritates your skin. Apply the ointment, cream, liquid, or
lotion sparingly in a thin film and rub it in gently.
To use Kenalog /Triamcinolone lotion or liquid on your scalp, part your hair, apply a small
amount of the medicine on the affected area, and rub it in gently.
Protect the area from washing and rubbing until the lotion or liquid
dries. You may wash your hair as usual but not right after applying the
medicine.
To apply Kenalog aerosol, shake well and spray on the affected area holding
the container about 3 to 6 inches away. Spray for about 2 seconds to
cover an area the size of your hand. Take care not to inhale the vapors.
If you are spraying near your face, cover your eyes.
To apply the paste, press a small amount on the mouth sore without
rubbing until a thin film develops. You may need to use more paste if
the mouth sore is large. If the mouth sore does not begin to heal within
7 days, call your doctor.
Avoid prolonged use on the face, in the genital or rectal areas, and in
skin creases and armpits unless directed to do so by your doctor.
If you are using Kenalog /Triamcinolone on your face, keep it out of your eyes.
Do not apply cosmetics or other skin preparations on the treated area
without talking with your doctor.
If you are using Kenalog /Triamcinolone on a child's diaper area, do not use
tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants. Such use may increase side
effects.
If your doctor tells you to wrap or bandage the treated area, follow
these instructions:
Soak the area in water or wash it well.
While the skin is moist, gently rub the Kenalog /Triamcinolone medication into the affected
areas.
Cover the area with plastic wrap (such as Saran Wrap or Handi-Wrap). The
plastic may be held in place with a gauze or elastic bandage or adhesive
tape on the normal skin beside the treated area. (Instead of using
plastic wrap, plastic gloves may be used for the hands, plastic bags for
the feet, or a shower cap for the scalp.)
Carefully seal the edges of the plastic to make sure the wrap adheres
closely to the skin. If the affected area is moist, you can leave the
edges of the plastic wrap partly unsealed or puncture the wrap to allow
excess moisture to escape.
Leave the plastic wrap in place as long as directed by your doctor.
Usually plastic wraps are left in place no more than 12 hours each day.
Cleanse the skin and reapply the Kenalog medication each time a new plastic
wrapping is applied. Do not discontinue treatment abruptly without
talking to your doctor.
Kenalog
/Triamcinolone Medication Side Effects:
Although the side effects from Kenalog
/Triamcinolone are
not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms
are severe or do not go away:
drying or cracking of the skin
acne
itching
burning
change in skin color
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor
immediately:
severe skin rash
difficulty breathing or swallowing
wheezing
skin infection (redness, swelling, or oozing of pus)
Precautions on using Kenalog /Triamcinolone Medication
Before using
Kenalog /Triamcinolone,
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Kenalog or
any other drugs.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially cancer chemotherapy agents, other
topical medications, and vitamins.
tell your doctor if you have an infection or if you have ever had
diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts, a circulation disorder, or an immune
disorder.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are
breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using Kenalog
/Triamcinolone, call
your doctor immediately.
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