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Kenalog (Triamcinolone Acetonide Topical) - Indications and Dosage

 



INDICATIONS AND USAGE

Kenalog Ointment (Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment) 0.025%, 0.1%, and 0.5% are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Apply a thin film of Kenalog Ointment (Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment) 0.025% to the affected area two to four times daily.

Apply a thin film of the 0.1% or the 0.5% Kenalog Ointment (Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment), as appropriate, to the affected area two to three times daily.

Occlusive Dressing Technique

Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or other recalcitrant conditions. Apply a thin film of ointment to the lesion, cover with a pliable nonporous film, and seal the edges. If needed, additional moisture may be provided by covering the lesion with a dampened clean cotton cloth before the nonporous film is applied or by briefly wetting the affected area with water immediately prior to applying the medication. The frequency of changing dressings is best determined on an individual basis. It may be convenient to apply Kenalog ointment under an occlusive dressing in the evening and to remove the dressing in the morning (i.e., 12-hour occlusion). When utilizing the 12-hour occlusion regimen, additional ointment should be applied, without occlusion, during the day. Reapplication is essential at each dressing change.

If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.

HOW SUPPLIED

Kenalog Ointment (Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment USP)

0.025%: tubes containing 15 g (NDC 0003-0495-22) and 80 g (NDC 0003-0495-60); and jars containing 240 g (NDC 0003-0495-70) of ointment.

0.1%: tubes containing 15 g (NDC 0003-0508-20), 60 g (NDC 0003-0508-56), and 80 g (NDC 0003-0508-58); and jars containing 240 g (NDC 0003- 0508-60) of ointment.

0.5%: tubes containing 20 g (NDC 0003-1484-20) of ointment.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

APOTHECON®
A Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
Princeton, NJ 08540 USA

J3-557E
J3-557E
May 1994

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