Trade Names:Nystatin/Triamcinolone Acetonide- Cream 100,000 units/g nystatin, 0.1% triamcinolone- Ointment 100,000 units/g nystatin, 0.1% triamcinolone
The antifungal binds to fungal cell membrane, changing membrane permeability and allowing leakage of intracellular components; the corticosteroid adds anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive action.
Cutaneous candidiasis.
Standard considerations.
Topical Apply as a thin film to affected area(s) twice daily.
Store at controlled room temperature (59° to 86°F).
None well documented.
None well documented.
Acneiform eruptions; burning; itching; irritation; dryness; folliculitis; hypertrichosis; hypopigmentation; perioral dermatitis; allergic contact dermatitis; maceration; secondary infection; skin atrophy; striae; miliaria.
Category C .
Undetermined.
Greater risk of HPA axis suppression, Cushing syndrome, intracranial hypertension.
Conditions that augment cutaneous absorption include use of large body surface area, prolonged use, and occlusive dressings.
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