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Nystatin, Triamcinolone Acetonide

Prescription

Handelsnamen: NYSTATIN AND TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Darreichungsform
Topical
Applikationsweg
TOPICAL

About This Medication

DESCRIPTION: Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream for dermatologic use contains the antifungal agent nystatin and the synthetic corticosteroid triamcinolone acetonide. Nystatin is a polyene antimycotic obtained from Streptomyces noursei. It is a yellow to light tan powder with a cereal-like odor, very slightly soluble in water, and slightly to sparingly soluble in alcohol. Structural formula: C 47 H 75 N0 17 MW = 926.13 Triamcinolone acetonide is designated chemically as 9-fluoro-11ß, 16ɑ, 17, 21-tetrahydroxypregna-1, 4-diene-3, 20-dione cyclic 16, 17-acetal with acetone. The white to cream crystalline powder has a slight odor, is practically insoluble in water, and very soluble in alcohol. Structural formula: C 24 H 31 F0 6 MW = 434.50 Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is a soft, smooth cream having a light yellow to buff color. Each gram provides 100,000 USP Nystatin units and 1 mg Triamcinolone Acetonide in a cream base with aluminum hydroxide, cetearyl alcohol and ceteareth 20, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol monostearate, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, simethicone emulsion, sodium hydroxide, sorbic acid, sorbitol, titanium dioxide, and white petrolatum.

Wirkstoffe

Wirkstoff Stärke
Nystatin -
Triamcinolone Acetonide -

Indikationen und Anwendung

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is indicated for the treatment of cutaneous candidiasis; it has been demonstrated that the nystatin-steroid combination provides greater benefit than the nystatin component alone during the first few days of treatment.

Dosierung und Verabreichung

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is usually applied to the affected areas twice daily in the morning and evening by gently and thoroughly massaging the preparation into the skin. The cream should be discontinued if symptoms persist after 25 days of therapy (see PRECAUTIONS , Laboratory Tests). Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream should not be used with occlusive dressings.

Side Effects Overview

ADVERSE REACTIONS: A single case (approximately one percent of patients studied) of acneiform eruption occurred with use of combined nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide in clinical studies. Nystatin is virtually nontoxic and nonsensitizing and is well tolerated by all age groups, even during prolonged use. Rarely, irritation may occur. The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids (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. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Perrigo at 1-866-634-9120 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .

Kontraindikationen

Frequently Asked Questions

INDICATIONS AND USAGE: Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is indicated for the treatment of cutaneous candidiasis; it has been demonstrated that the nystatin-steroid combination provides greater benefit than the nystatin component alone during the first few days of treatment.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is usually applied to the affected areas twice daily in the morning and evening by gently and thoroughly massaging the preparation into the skin. The cream should be discontinued if symptoms persist after 25 days of therapy (see PRECAUTIONS , Laboratory Tests). Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream should not be used with occlusive dressings.

CONTRAINDICATIONS: This preparation is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.

Nystatin, Triamcinolone Acetonide is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

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