How does it work?

Triamcinolone acetonide belongs to a group of medicines, known as corticosteroids, used for reducing inflammation. Inflammation occurs as a result of allergy or irritation and is caused by the release of substances that are important in the immune system. These substances cause blood vessels to widen, resulting in the affected area becoming red, swollen, itchy and painful. Corticosteroids work by acting within cells to decrease the release of these substances in a particular area, thereby reducing swelling, redness and itch. Triamcinolone is applied to the skin in the treatment of a wide variety of inflammatory skin diseases such as eczema and dermatitis. Nystatin is used to control infections caused by fungi. It works by binding to a component of fungal cell membranes called ergosterol, resulting in damage to the membrane. As a result, the contents of the fungal cells are lost and they subsequently die. The combination of these medicines is useful in treating fungal skin infections, the main symptoms of which are inflammation and itching. It is also used in fungally infected eczema to reduce inflammation and treat the infection.

What is it used for?

Eczema infected with fungi of the Candida species

Skin infection with fungi of the Candida species

Warning!

This preparation is for external use only.

You should not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages or other dressings, including nappies, as these will enhance the absorption of the medicine into the body and may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Long term use of this medicine on large areas of skin, particularly in skin folds or if the skin is damaged, may result in increased absorption of the medicine into the bloodstream, with an increased risk of side effects.

This medicine should not be used for longer than five days on the face or in children.

Corticosteroids should be used sparingly and for short periods of time in the elderly.

Use with caution in

Elderly people

Not to be used in

Acne vulgaris

Bacterial skin infections, unless the infection is also treated

Inflammatory rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis)

Long term flushing and inflammation of the facial skin (acne rosacea)

Skin infections with fungi not susceptible to nystatin

Skin sores caused by tuberculosis

Viral skin infections such as chickenpox or herpes simplex

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

The safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Label warnings

This medication is to be spread thinly and sparingly on the skin.

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