Kenalog

Topical Kenalog comes as an ointment, cream, lotion, and aerosol spray. It also comes as a paste for the mouth.

The medicine is typically applied two to four times a day.

Wash or soak the affected area first before applying Kenalog.

Apply a thin layer of Kenalog lotion, ointment, or cream. Then, rub it in gently.

To use the Kenalog aerosol, shake the bottle well and spray onto the affected area for about two seconds to cover a spot about the size of your hand. Cover your eyes if you spray the medicine near your face.

If you're using the dental paste, apply a thin layer (just enough to cover the mouth sore).

Follow your doctor's instructions carefully when taking this medicine. Don't apply more or less Kenalog than is prescribed.

Don't apply this medicine to other areas of the body or wrap the treated area unless your doctor tells you to do so.

If you're using Kenalog on a child's diaper area, be sure to use loose-fitting diapers.

Kenalog Overdose

An overdose of topical Kenalog isn't likely to produce life-threatening symptoms.

However, if you suspect an overdose or accidentally ingest Kenalog, contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately.

You can get in touch with a poison control center at 800-222-1222.

Missed Dose of Kenalog

If you miss a dose of Kenalog, apply it as soon as you remember.

However, skip the missed dose if it's almost time for your next scheduled dose.

Don't use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

In the U.S.

• Aristocort A
• Cinolar
• Dermasorb TA Complete Kit
• Kenalog
• Pediaderm TA
• Triacet
• Triamcot
• Trianex
• Triderm
• Zytopic

In Canada

• Aristocort C Concentrate
• Aristocort D Dilute
• Aristocort R Ointment Regular
• Aristocort R Regular
• Kenalog Cream
• Kenalog Ointment
• Kenalog Spray
• Triaderm Mild Cream
• Triaderm Mild Ointment
• Triaderm Regular Cream
• Triaderm Regular Ointment
• Trianide Mild-Cream

Available Dosage Forms:

• Cream
• Lotion
• Spray
• Ointment

Therapeutic Class: Corticosteroid, Intermediate

Pharmacologic Class: Triamcinolone

Triamcinolone topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Do not use Kenalog if you are allergic to triamcinolone.

To make sure you can safely use Kenalog, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

• any skin infection, especially tuberculosis infection of the skin;

• chicken pox or herpes infection (including cold sores);

• diabetes; or

• a stomach ulcer.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Kenalog will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication. It is not known whether triamcinolone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use Kenalog without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not use this medication on a child without a doctor's advice. Children are more sensitive to the effects of Kenalog.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Kenalog: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these signs that you may be absorbing triamcinolone through your skin or gums:

• blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;

• uneven heartbeats;

• mood changes;

• sleep problems (insomnia);

• weight gain, puffiness in your face; or

• feeling tired.

Less serious Kenalog side effects may include:

• skin redness, burning, itching, or peeling;

• thinning of your skin; or

• blistering skin; or

• stretch marks.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.