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Nystatin / triamcinolone topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 13, 2023.

Applies to nystatin/triamcinolone topical: topical cream, topical ointment.

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, nystatin/triamcinolone topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking nystatin / triamcinolone topical:

Rare

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking nystatin / triamcinolone topical:

Many of the above side effects are more likely to occur in children, who may absorb greater amounts of this medicine.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to nystatin / triamcinolone topical: topical cream, topical ointment.

Dermatologic

Frequency not reported: Acneiform eruption

Nystatin:

-Frequency not reported: Irritation

Topical corticosteroids:

-Frequency not reported: Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, perioral secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria[Ref]

Endocrine

Topical corticosteroids:

-Frequency not reported: Reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression[Ref]

Metabolic

Topical corticosteroids:

-Frequency not reported: Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia

Genitourinary

Topical corticosteroids:

-Frequency not reported: Glycosuria

Frequently asked questions

References

1. Product Information. Mycolog-II (nystatin-triamcinolone topical). Apothecon Inc. PROD.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.