Brand Name
Kenalog in Orabase
Common Name
triamcinolone dental paste
In this drug factsheet:
DIN (Drug Identification Number)| 01999788 | KENALOG IN ORABASE 0.1% |
How does this medication work? What will it do for me?
Triamcinolone belongs to the class of medications called corticosteroids.
Triamcinolone dental paste is used to treat inflamed mouth sores and mouth
sores caused by injury. It is applied directly to the affected areas of
the mouth. It acts by decreasing inflammation and protecting the damaged area
from further injury.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the
ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this
with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to
your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use this medication?
Press a small dab (about 6 mm) to the lesion until a thin film develops.
A larger quantity may be required for coverage of some lesions. Do not rub it
in. The best results occur when enough of the dental paste is used to just coat
the lesion with a thin film. After the preparation has been applied, a smooth,
slippery film develops. Apply at bedtime to permit contact with the lesion through
the night. It may be necessary to apply the preparation two or three times a
day, preferably after meals. If improvement does not occur within seven days,
call your doctor.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as
body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor
has recommended a dose different from the ones given here, do not change
the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is very important that this medication be applied exactly as prescribed
by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medication, use it as soon as you
remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
carry on with your regular schedule. Do not double-up on doses.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does this medication come in?
Kenalog in Orabase is no longer being manufactured for sale in Canada. For brands that may still be available, search under triamcinolone dental paste. This article is being kept available for reference purposes only. If you are using this medication, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for information about your treatment options.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take this medication?
Triamcinolone dental paste should not be used by anyone with fungal, viral,
or bacterial infections of the mouth or throat or by anyone with an allergy
to any of the ingredients of the medication.
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