Question 1

my dr. rx'd triamcinolone cream 2x/day for poison ivy rash. are there any side effects or is it usually well tolerated w/out any adverse effects?

Accepted Answer

Not really: This is a moderate potency steroid cream and little if any will penetrate the skin and effect your body. It can decrease the angry irritation of the rash and reduce itching. Many use it for that purpose.You may be able to get similar benefit from a product called IVY DRY sold OTC at many box stores.

Question 2

have poison ivy rash using triamcinolone 1% not helping still itching using calmoseptine cream that helps but still itching?

Accepted Answer

: You should see your dermatologist for prescription potent topical steroids or possibly a 2-3 week course of oral steroids.

Question 3

is triamcinolone acetonide cream a steroid used for poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is: Yes it is  a steroid cream often used for poison ivy.

Question 4

i used triamcinolone acetonide cream to treat poison ivy.  now i have a rash on my arms, stomach and thighs.  can this be from the steroid cream?

Accepted Answer

Contamination: Although allergy to steroid is possible, it is very rare. Your continuing problem is likely from contact with articles which have been contaminated by the resin of poison ivy. Be sure to wash out everything during that outing with laundry detergent (shoes, tools, car seat etc) else it will be acting like Freddie in Friday the 13 for you.

Question 5

is triamcinolone acetonide a good steroid for poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can be: Yes it is an effective steroid cream for poison ivy dermatitis.

Question 6

i have poison ivy outlining both of my eyes. i applied triamcinolone around and under them. next day i woke up with two big wrinkles under eyes? help

Accepted Answer

Go to an eye dr!: Triamcinolone is not one of the best or safest drugs to use around your eyes. There are special eye ointments/creams containing steroids that only an eye doctor can prescribe accurately, because any steroids that get in the eye can increase your intraocular eye pressure. Plus, when swollen lids deflate, they appear wrinkled. So, have an expert eye doctor check this out.

Question 7

can triamcinolone acetonide be used for poison oak and poison ivy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Topical steroids are effective for these conditions.  More severe cases may require stronger topical preparations or oral corticosteroids.

Question 8

i woke up with poison ivy, i went to the doctor later on who prescribed me with medrol (methylprednisolone) and triamcinolone acetonide, how long do u think i will have it?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: Most cases of poison ivy improve at least partially within 48 hrs of starting steroids.

Question 9

what works better than calamine lotion or cortizone (hydrocortisone) cream for poison ivy rashes?

Accepted Answer

Poison ivy: Poison ivy oil produces a severe from of irritation on the skin that needs aggressive treatment to control its symptoms. High-potency steroid creams are often prescribed.
The worst forms, especially involving large areas of skin, need oral steroids.

Question 10

my boyfriend had poison ivy then it turned into impetigo. could i get it?  we sleep together and i'm the one putting the creams on his skin!

Accepted Answer

Immune: Its unlikely, your immune response is different from your boyfriend, you would most likely have got it by now if you were too.

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Triamcinolone cream for poison ivy

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My dr. rx'd triamcinolone cream 2x/day for poison ivy rash. are there any side effects or is it usually well tolerated w/out any adverse effects?

A member asked:

Have poison ivy rash using triamcinolone 1% not helping still itching using calmoseptine cream that helps but still itching?

A member asked:

Is triamcinolone acetonide cream a steroid used for poison ivy?

A member asked:

I used triamcinolone acetonide cream to treat poison ivy. now i have a rash on my arms, stomach and thighs. can this be from the steroid cream?

A member asked:

Is triamcinolone acetonide a good steroid for poison ivy?

A member asked:

I have poison ivy outlining both of my eyes. i applied triamcinolone around and under them. next day i woke up with two big wrinkles under eyes? help

A member asked:

Can triamcinolone acetonide be used for poison oak and poison ivy?

A member asked:

I woke up with poison ivy, i went to the doctor later on who prescribed me with medrol (methylprednisolone) and triamcinolone acetonide, how long do u think i will have it?

A member asked:

What works better than calamine lotion or cortizone (hydrocortisone) cream for poison ivy rashes?

A member asked:

My boyfriend had poison ivy then it turned into impetigo. could i get it? we sleep together and i'm the one putting the creams on his skin!

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