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Uses
of Kenalog :
CORTICOSTEROIDS
- TOPICAL
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Aristocort, Carmol HC, Cordran, Desonide, Diprolene, Fluonid,
Halog, Hytone, Kenalog, Lidex, Synalar, Synemol, Topicort,
Tridesilon, Valisone
KENALOG USES
This medication is used to treat swelling, inflammation, or
itching of skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, rashes,
insect bites, poison ivy, allergies and other irritations.
HOW TO USE KENALOG
Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication.
To apply, gently massage a small amount of the medication
into the affected area and surrounding skin. Do not bandage,
wrap or cover the area treated unless you are instructed to
do so by your doctor. Do not use plastic pants or tight fitting
diapers on children being treated with this medication in
the diaper area. Avoid using this medication around the eyes
unless directed to do so by your doctor.
KENALOG SIDE EFFECTS
This medication may cause burning, stinging, itching or redness
when first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a
few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these
effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Skin infections
can become worse when using this medication. Notify your doctor
if redness, swelling or irritation does not improve. Very
unlikely to occur but report promptly the following side effects:
unusual weakness, weight loss, nausea/vomiting, fainting,
dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
KENALOG PRECAUTIONS
Do not use this medication near the eyes if you have glaucoma.
Treatment with alclometasone, clobetasol, halobetasol propionate
and augmented betamethasone dipropionate beyond two weeks
consecutively is not recommended. Do not use if there is an
infection or sores present on the area to be treated.
Though very unlikely, it is possible this
medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may
have undesirable consequences that may require additional
corticosteroid treatment. This is especially true for children
and for those who have used this for an extended period if
they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections,
injuries or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one
year after stopping use of this drug. Consult your doctor
or pharmacist for more details.
This medication should be used cautiously
during pregnancy and only if clearly needed. Discuss the benefits
and risks with your doctor. Small amounts of this medication
may appear in breast milk. Consult with your doctor before
breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all medications you may use, (both prescription
and nonprescription), especially of: prednisone (or similar
drugs), other skin medicines. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be
harmful if swallowed.
KENALOG NOTES
Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
Do not share this medication with others.
KENALOG MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use
if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
KENALOG STORAGE
Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Avoid freezing.
MEDICAL ALERT
Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166
(USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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