Mycogen II Side Effects

Generic Name: nystatin / triamcinolone topical

Note: This page contains information about the side effects of nystatin / triamcinolone topical. Some of the dosage forms included on this document may not apply to the brand name Mycogen II.

For the Consumer

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

In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by nystatin / triamcinolone topical. In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.

Major Side Effects

You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking nystatin / triamcinolone topical:

• Blistering, burning, dryness, itching, peeling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine

Severity: Moderate

If any of the following side effects occur while taking nystatin / triamcinolone topical, check with your doctor or nurse as soon as possible:

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

• Acne or oily skin
• increased hair growth, especially on the face
• increased loss of hair, especially on the scalp
• reddish purple lines on arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin
• thinning of skin with easy bruising

For Healthcare Professionals

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

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects associated with topical corticosteroids have included burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, and miliaria.

Irritation may occur rarely with nystatin, which is nonsensitizing and virtually nontoxic.

One case (1% of cases studied) of acneiform eruption has been reported with the use of the nystatin-triamcinolone topical combination.^[Ref]

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects associated with triamcinolone preparations have included adrenal suppression, hyperglycemia, and glycosuria in some individuals.^[Ref]

Not all side effects for Mycogen II may be reported. You should always consult a doctor or healthcare professional for medical advice. Side effects can be reported to the FDA here.

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