Aristocort 0.1% (Ointment)

Indications

• Relief of inflammatory manifestations
• Relief of pruritic manifestations
• Corticosteroid responsive dermatoses
• Eczematous dermatitis
• Atopic dermatitis
• Contact dermatitis
• Neurodermatitis
• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Psoriasis
• Pruritus ani
• Pruritus vulvae
• Insect bites
• Lichen simplex chronicus
• Exfoliative dermatitis
• Stasis dermatitis
• Nummular eczema

Pharmacology

• Triamcinolone Acetonide in a compatible base
• Anti-inflammatory action
• Antipruritic action
• Vasoconstrictive action

Dosage & Administration

• Gentle application to affected area
• 1-2 times daily application
• Occlusive dressing technique
• Pediatric use precautions

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to components
• Tuberculosis of the skin
• Fungus infections
• Viral diseases of the skin
• Perioral dermatitis
• Rosacea
• Ulcerative conditions

Side Effects

• Burning
• Itching
• Irritation
• Dryness
• Folliculitis
• Hypertrichosis
• Acneiform eruptions
• Hypopigmentation
• Allergic contact dermatitis
• Maceration of the skin
• Secondary infection
• Skin atrophy
• Striae
• Miliaria

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Use only if potential benefit justifies risk
• Unknown systemic absorption into breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

• Discontinue if reactions encountered
• Caution on infected areas
• Caution on healthy skin
• Avoid use on large skin areas
• Avoid use in the eye
• Risk of glaucoma and cataract
• Atrophic striae with prolonged use
• Children's susceptibility to systemic toxicity
• Adrenal suppression risk
• Avoid long-term continuous therapy in infants

Overdose Effects

• Systemic effects from absorption
• Reversible suppression of adrenal function
• Ecchymoses of the skin
• Peptic ulceration
• Hypertension
• Aggravation of infection
• Hirsutism
• Acne
• Edema
• Muscle weakness

Therapeutic Class

• Corticosteroid
• Glucocorticoids
• Triamcinolone
• Combined preparations

Storage Conditions

• Cool & dry storage
• Protection from light

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