Triamcinolone Cream 0.1% 80 gm

Description

Triamcinolone Cream 0.1% is a topical anti-inflammatory, corticosteroid, ointment for treatment of skin irritation in dogs and cats. It is used to treat contact allergies, dermatitis, rashes, eczema, crusting and dry skin.

(trye-am-sin-ohe-lone)

Benefits

• Anti-inflammatory
• Relieves itchy skin
• Helps treat a wide variety of skin conditions and irritations

Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.

Warnings

For Topical Use on Dogs and Cats only

Pets who have tuberculosis of the skin or who are allergic to triamcinolone or propylene glycol should not use this ointment. Triamcinolone is not for use in the treatment of viral and fungal infections.

Precautions

Use caution on pets using this ointment if they are less than 8 lbs or 1 year of age, pregnant, has high blood pressure, diabetes, cushingʼs disease, or if they are are also taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication. Triamcinolone will weaken your pet's immune system. Make sure to let your veterinarian know if your pet suffers from hypothyroidism, kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease.

While some microfilariae may be killed by the ivermectin in Tri-Heart® Plus at the recommended dose level, Tri-Heart® Plus is not effective for microfilariae clearance. A mild hypersensitivity-type reaction, presumably due to dead or dying microfilariae and particularly involving a transient diarrhea has been observed in clinical trials with ivermectin alone after treatment of some dogs that have circulating microfilariae.

Food and Drug Interactions

Be sure to tell your veterinarian what medications and supplements you give your pet.

Human Warnings

Because of the risk of skin absorption, all people should wear gloves when applying this medication to your pet Pregnant women and people who are allergic to this drug should be very careful not to accidentally come in contact with it. Because this drug has a higher risk for causing birth defects, pregnant women should wear disposable gloves when giving doses or handling the drug and avoid inhaling vapor from the spray.

Possible Side Effects

Side effects can include increased appetite, thirst or need to urinate, sneezing, watery eyes or discomfort with application. If any of these signs are severe, worsen, or continue to be a problem, contact your veterinarian.

Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.

Product Administration

Topical

Product Form

Ointment

Ingredients

Triamcinolone Acetonide, Emulsifying Wax, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbitol Solution, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol and Purified Water.

Storage

Room temperature (59°F – 86°F)

Manufacturer

Perrigo