What is this medication for?
Triamcinolone oral paste/lotion is used for the treatment of mouth ulcers. Triamcinolone belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroid. This medication helps to reduce inflammation of the mouth ulcer or sore.
How should I take or use this medication?
Oral paste
- Dab or press a small amount of paste on the affected area using a clean, dry finger or cotton swab. A smooth, slippery film forms after application. Do not rub the paste in, as the paste will become crumbly, grainy or gritty.
- Apply to the affected after meals or at bedtime as directed by your healthcare professional.
Oral lotion
- Apply to the affected area as directed by your healthcare professional.
- Do not eat or drink immediately after applying the oral lotion.
What precautions should I take when taking or using this medication?
Inform your healthcare professional if:
- You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
- You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- You are using other preparations that is to be applied to the same area of the mouth
- If you have any of the conditions or symptoms such as viral skin infection (cold sores, chicken pox), fungal or bacterial infection of the mouth or throat (unless the doctor is already treating it with antifungals or antibiotics), tuberculosis of the skin, diabetes or stomach ulcer
What are some common side effects of this medication?
Burning, itching, irritation, dryness or redness of the treated area may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor or dentist.
What are some rare but serious side-effects that I need to seek medical advice immediately?
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
- Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
- Difficulty in breathing
- Itchy skin rashes over your whole body
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your doctor immediately.
How should I store this medication?
Store in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Keep this medication away from children.
How do I throw away this medication safely?
Pack this medication into a black trash bag and seal it tightly before throwing into the rubbish chute or bin.
Disclaimer
Please take note that the above is not a complete list of all possible side-effects. If you have any concerns about your medication or if you have other side-effects that you think are caused by this medication, please consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.
This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (NHG Health, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.
Contributed By
- Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore