KENACORT 0.1% ORAL Paste

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for the treatment of mouth ulcers. It provides relief from swelling and redness in the affected area.

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste should be applied on the site of lesion inside the mouth. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Make sure not to swallow the medication. Do not stop using it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better.

You must avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes after using it. Do not use it for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment.

The medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects. Occasionally it may cause application site irritation.

It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another cream that contains a steroid. This paint should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant. Ask your doctor if it is safe.

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm belongs to a group of medications called ‘corticosteroids’ used in the treatment of various inflammatory and allergic disorders. It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, allergy to drugs, asthma, adrenal insufficiency, blood disorders, hormone problems, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic carditis, ulcerative colitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriasis and other inflammatory conditions.

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm contains ‘triamcinolone’ which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells.

It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction of blood vessels decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing the swelling, pain and discomfort.

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm is available in dosage forms: tablet, topical cream, nasal spray, injection and dental toothpaste. Common side-effects of Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm are Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm may cause side-effects such as irritation, mood changes, blurred vision, dizziness, headache, decrease in the amount of urine, tingling sensation in the arms or legs, irregular heartbeat, noisy breathing, breathing difficulty, tingling in the ears and weight gain.

You may also experience a burning sensation at the site of application of medicine. Consult your doctor immediately if these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not take Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm if you are allergic to ‘triamcinolone’ or any contents of it. Please do not use it more often or for a longer time than your doctor prescribed and also do not stop the medication abruptly. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, herpes (viral infection), other skin infections or undergone surgery.

Inform your doctor if you develop any skin infection while using this medicine. This medicine weakens your immune system, so stay away from people who are sick. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
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Directions for Use

Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm is available in the following dosage forms: tablet, topical cream, nasal inhalation, injection, and dental toothpaste. Tablet: It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water in dose and duration prescribed by a doctor. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet. Topical cream: Clean and dry the affected area. Then, apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area.

Wash your hands before and after use. Use the medicine as recommended by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Do not use other creams or moisturizers at the same time. Do not apply to broken skin or open wounds. Do not apply for this medicine in the eyes. If the medication gets accidentally into the eyes, rinse with water thoroughly. Nasal spray: If you are using the nasal spray for the first time or have not used the medicine for 5 days or longer, you have to prime the spray.

It means you have to spray out some of the medicine before use by squeezing the bottle. Shake the nasal spray well before each use. Blow your nose to clear the nostrils. Then, keep your head upright while spraying the medicine into each nostril. After using, wipe the tip of the bottle and close the cap tightly. Do not use more frequently or exceed 2 applications in 24 hours, unless your doctor advises you.

Injection: Kenacort 0.1% Oral Paste 5 gm injection is given with a syringe by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.Dental toothpaste: Apply a thin layer of toothpaste on the affected area after meals at night. Do not rub or spread the paste. You can use this paste once or twice daily. However, your doctor tells you how often it should be used.