Nystatin / Triamcinolone Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 11, 2024.

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

Precautions

To help clear up your infection completely and to help make sure it does not return, good health habits are also required. Keep the affected area as cool and dry as possible.

If your skin problem does not improve within 2 or 3 weeks, or if it becomes worse, check with your doctor.

The corticosteroid in this medicine may be absorbed through the skin and may be more likely to cause side effects in children. Long-term use may affect growth and development as well. Children who must use this medicine should be followed closely by their doctor.

For diabetic patients:

• Although rare, the corticosteroid in this medicine may cause higher blood and urine sugar levels, especially if you have severe diabetes and are using large amounts of this medicine. Check with your doctor before changing your diet or the dosage of your diabetes medicine.

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:

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.

• 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 adverse events

• 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

See also:

Frequently asked questions

• Is triamcinolone acetonide an antifungal cream?

Further information

Nystatin/triamcinolone topical side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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