Label: TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE- triamcinolone acetonide ointment

  • Category: HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: Abbreviated New Drug Application

Drug Label Information

Updated March 3, 2017

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  • 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 9-fluoro-11b ...
  • CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
    Topical corticosteroids share anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and vasoconstrictive actions. The mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the topical corticosteroids is unclear. Various ...
  • INDICATIONS AND USAGE
    Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
  • CONTRAINDICATIONS
    Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparations.
  • PRECAUTIONS
    General - Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of Cushing’s syndrome, hyperglycemia, and ...
  • 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 ...
  • OVERDOSAGE
    Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see PRECAUTIONS).
  • DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
    Apply a thin film of triamcinolone acetonide ointment 0.5%, as appropriate, to the affected area two to three times daily. OCCLUSIVE DRESSING TECHNIQUE - Occlusive dressings may be used for the ...
  • HOW SUPPLIED
    Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment USP, 0.5% is available as follows: 15 g tube (NDC 52565-048-15)
  • STORAGE
    Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Mfd. and Dist by: Teligent Pharma, Inc. Buena, NJ 08310 - Revised: 12/16
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    NDC 52565-048-15 - Triamcinolone Acetonide - Ointment USP, 0.5% Net Wt. 15 grams - Rx Only - For External Use Only - Not for Ophthalmic Use
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