Triamcinolone dental paste
What is triamcinolone dental paste?
TRIAMCINOLONE (Kenalog in Orabase®, Oracort®, Oralone®) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce inflammation and ulceration in the mouth. Triamcinolone helps treat and relieve mouth sores that are not caused by herpes. Generic triamcinolone dental paste is available.
What should my health care professional know before I use triamcinolone?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
diabetes
infection, including chicken-pox, herpes, measles, or tuberculosis
stomach or intestinal disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to triamcinolone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Triamcinolone dental paste is applied to sore places in the mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use the paste after meals and at night. Use a cotton swab to press a small amount of paste on the area to be treated to form a smooth film. Do not rub the paste into the area or try to spread it because it will become crumbly and gritty. Do not use more often than prescribed.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
Elderly patients have an increased risk of side effects from triamcinolone.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with triamcinolone?
Interactions between triamcinolone dental paste and other medicines are unlikely. However, Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What side effects may I notice from using triamcinolone?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects with triamcinolone include:
blistering or signs of infection in the mouth
burning or increased inflammation in the mouth
Call your prescriber or health care professional if you get these side effects or any other unusual effects after using this medicine.
What should I watch for while taking triamcinolone?
Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Only use the dental paste as directed. Tell your prescriber or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or get worse. Do not use any leftover medicine at a later date without first checking with your prescriber or health care professional. Triamcinolone can make some conditions worse.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F); do not freeze. Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
[ Last Revised: 1/1/2001 ]
NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
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