Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Triamcinolone Acetonide
- Brand Names
- Triamcinolone Acetonide
- Drug Class
- Corticosteroid [EPC]
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage Form
- CREAM
- Product Type
- HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Description
The topical corticosteroids constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents. Triamcinolone acetonide is designated chemically as pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione,9-fluoro-11,21-dihydroxy-16,17-[(1-methylethylidene) bis (oxy)]-,(11ß,16α)-. C24H31FO6, and M.W. of 434.51; CAS Reg. No. 76-25-5. [Structural Formula] Each gram of 0.025%, 0.1% and 0.5% Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP contains 0.25 mg, 1 mg, or 5 mg triamcinolone acetonide respectively, in a washable cream base of cetyl alcohol, cetyl esters wax, glycerin, glyceryl monostearate, isopropyl palmitate, polysorbate-60, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbic acid, and sorbitan monostearate.
What Is Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream Used For?
Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Dosage and Administration
Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressing may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressing should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.
Side Effects (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 and miliaria.
Contraindications
Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparations.
How Supplied
Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP, 0.025% is available as follows: 15 g tube (NDC 45802-063-35) 80 g tube (NDC 45802-063-36) 454 g jar (NDC 45802-063-05) Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP, 0.1% is available as follows: 15 g tube (NDC 45802-064-35) 80 g tube (NDC 45802-064-36) 454 g jar (NDC 45802-064-05) Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP, 0.5% is available as follows: 15 g tube (NDC 45802-065-35)
About This Information
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