Triamcinolone, Topical
(trye-am-sin-ohe-lone)

Description:
Topical corticosteroid agentfor treatment of skin irritation due to allergies 
OtherNames forthis Medication: Genesis®, Medalone® 

Common Dosage Forms: Veterinary: 0.015% Spray; may be found in different concentrations in a variety of combination products. Human: Ointment, cream, lotion, spray in 0.025%, 0.05%, 0.1%, & 0.5%.

Product Details

Triamcinolone is used to treat heaves, recurrent airway obstruction, arthritis, allergic conditions, and dermatologic conditions responsive to glucocorticoids. Product InformationTriamcinolone is a long-acting glucocorticoid, or hormone, that predominantly affects the metabolism of carbohydrates and, to a lesser extent, fats and proteins.

Key Information:

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  Labeled for use in dogs to treatitching, skin irritation, and skin rashes due to allergies.
  Do not apply close to the patient’s eyes.
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  Prevent animal from licking or grooming the area for atleast 20 to 30 minutes after application.
  Stop use of this medicine atleast 2 weeks prior to allergy testing.
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  Pregnant women should wear disposable gloves when applying this product to their animal;
• avoid inhalation of vapors from the spray.

Dispose of package and unused productin regular trash. Do notrinse down drain.

Triamcinolone Directions for Use Apply as instructed by veterinarian.

Special Precautions

Do not use in animals with tuberculosis, chronic nephritis, or cushingold syndrome, except for emergency therapy. Do not administer to pregnant mares, especially during the last trimester.