Question 1

can i use nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide cream to treat a rash caused by allergy to roaches?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Nystatin is used to treat fungal infections. Triamcinolone is topical steroid, which is used to treat eczema or allergic contact dermatitis type reactions. I f the rash is being caused by an allergic reaction, using the triamcinolone cream twice daily on the affected area will help. However, roaches traditionally causes nasal allergy symptoms or worsening of asthma and rarely contact reactions.

Question 2

can nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide be used for ring worm on children?

Accepted Answer

See below: The triamcinolone will not help. The Nystatin will. You can also use otc lamisil (terbinafine).

Question 3

what are side effects of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: Most common side effects are dry mouth, dry throat, hoarseness, 
oral candidiasis, cough, facial edema.

Question 4

what is triamcinolone acetonide cream used for?

Accepted Answer

Topical steroid: This medication is a topical steroid, these are used for inflammatory rashes of the skin. They reduce inflammation and itch. For example psoriasis, or eczema.

Question 5

can i use triamcinolone acetonide on a boil?

Accepted Answer

No: You can use warm compress on a boil, 4 times a day, 10 minutes each. See a doctor if it gets worse.  It might need to be drained especially if it feels like there is fluid in it.

Question 6

can triamcinolone acetonide  cure a ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Ringworm: Ringworm is caused by a fungus in the skin.  Triamcinolone is a steroid which can reduce redness and itching but does not directly treat the fungus.    Sometimes ringworm can resolve on its own, but if getting worse, needs an antifungal.

Question 7

is there a non-prescription similar to triamcinolone acetonide cream?

Accepted Answer

No there is none: It is a mid potency cream and there is ni equivalent cream over the counter non prescription.

Question 8

alternative to azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

Others: Today there are more than a dozen alternatives to asthmacort.  Some of the newer drugs are more potent and some may have less side effects. Ask your doctor about other inhaled steroids.

Question 9

side effect of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

Azmacort (triamcinolone).: Hoarseness, dry mouth and throat, wheezing, cough, oral candidiasis, and facial edema. These side effects are uncommon but rinse your mouth out after using the product.

Question 10

does azmacort (triamcinolone) cause mucous?

Accepted Answer

Yes as asthma improv: When Azmacort (triamcinolone) is used for treatment of asthma in the recommended dosage of 2 inhalations 3 to 4 times/day, the breathing capacity increases over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.  Continued use after that maintains breathing capacity.  As the airways dilate and become less inflamed, mucous can more easily be coughed out.  Chest congestion will clear usually over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.

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