What is Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Nystatin is an antibiotic medication that prevents fungus from growing on your skin.
Triamcinolone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.
The combination of nystatin and triamcinolone topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections caused by fungus or yeast.
Nystatin and triamcinolone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to nystatin or triamcinolone.
Before using nystatin and triamcinolone, tell your doctor if you have any type of skin infection (especially tuberculosis infection of the skin), or if you have chicken pox or herpes infection (including cold sores).
Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Topical steroid medicines absorbed through the skin may increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine.
Use this medication exactly as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to nystatin or triamcinolone.
If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

• any type of skin infection, especially tuberculosis infection of the skin; or
• chicken pox or herpes infection (including cold sores)

Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Topical steroid medicines absorbed through the skin may increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether nystatin and triamcinolone topical is harmful to an unborn baby. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether nystatin and triamcinolone topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical Side Effects

What are the possible side effects of Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these signs that you may be absorbing triamcinolone through your skin:

• blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights
• uneven heartbeats
• mood changes
• sleep problems (insomnia)
• weight gain, puffiness in your face; or
• feeling tired

Less serious side effects may include:

• stinging, burning, itching, or skin irritation
• acne
• dry skin; or
• changes in skin color

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical Interactions

What other drugs affect Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied nystatin and triamcinolone. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

What should I avoid while taking Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water. Do not use nystatin and triamcinolone on sunburned, windburned, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using this medication in open wounds.

How should I take Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Use this medication exactly as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body.
Apply a thin layer of nystatin and triamcinolone to your skin and rub in gently.
Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor has told you to. Covering the skin that is treated with nystatin and triamcinolone can increase the amount of the drug your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Avoid tight-fitting clothes over treated skin areas. If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using this medication.
Do not use nystatin and triamcinolone for any other skin conditions your doctor has not prescribed the medication to treat.
Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the tube or bottle tightly closed when not in use.

What happens if I overdose on Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may result if you absorb this medicine through your skin by applying too much of it.
An overdose of nystatin and triamcinolone is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms. However, long-term use of high steroid doses can lead to symptoms such as thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

What happens if I miss a dose of Nystatin Triamcinolone Topical?

Apply the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
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