Nystatin and Triamcinolone (Topical)

Brand Names : Dermacomb, Myco II, Mycobiotic II, Mycogen II, Mycolog II, Myco-Triacet II, Mykacet, Mykacet II, Mytrex, Tristatin II

Proper Use of This Medicine

Do not use this medicine in or around the eyes .

Check with your doctor before using this medicine on any other skin problems . It should not be used on bacterial or virus infections. Also, it should only be used on certain fungus infections of the skin.

Apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected area and rub in gently and thoroughly.

The use of any kind of airtight covering over this medicine may increase absorption of the medicine and the chance of irritation and other side effects. Therefore, do not bandage, wrap, or apply any airtight covering or other occlusive dressing (for example, kitchen plastic wrap) over this medicine unless directed to do so by your doctor. Also, wear loose-fitting clothing when using this medicine on the groin area. When using this medicine on the diaper area of children, avoid tight-fitting diapers and plastic pants .

To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment , even if your symptoms have disappeared. Do not miss any doses . However, do not use this medicine more often or for a longer time than your doctor ordered . To do so may increase absorption through your skin and the chance of side effects. In addition, too much use, especially on thin skin areas (for example, face, armpits, groin), may result in thinning of the skin and stretch marks.

Dosing - The dose of topical nystatin and triamcinolone combination will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of topical nystatin and triamcinolone combination. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For fungus infections:
  • For cream dosage form:
    • Adults and children - Apply to the affected area(s) of the skin two times a day, morning and evening
  • For ointment dosage form:
    • Adults and children - Apply to the affected area(s) of the skin two or three times a day.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.