Treats skin irritation, allergic reactions, and other types of skin problems.Belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids
Brand Names:
Aristocort A, Triacet, Triamcot, Triderm, Kenalog, Cinolar
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to fluocinonide, hydrocortisone, triamcinolone (Aristocort®), betamethasone (Valisone®), or clobetasol (Temovate®)
Uses:
Cream, Ointment, Lotion
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
Use on the skin only.
Put a thin layer on the affected area. Rub in gently.
Do not cover the treated area of your skin with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to.
If a dose is missed:
Use the missed dose as soon as possible.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
Do not put on two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Unless approved by your doctor, do not mix or use other skin medicines with this medicine.
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have glaucoma, tuberculosis, diabetes, chickenpox, or an infection of the skin before you use this medicine.
You should not use in or around your eyes.
Do not put this medicine on your face or neck unless your doctor tells you to do so.
If this medicine is used on the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.
You should not use this medicine for other skin conditions without first checking with your doctor or pharmacist.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Severe itching, burning, or skin irritation
Redness, swelling, drainage, or pus from the area or other signs of infection.
