Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide for Vaginitis
Polyene Antifungal [EPC] — ICD-10 B37
Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide is used in the treatment of vaginitis, based on its FDA-labeled indications. It is a polyene antifungal [epc].
What is vaginitis? Vaginitis, also called vulvovaginitis, is an inflammation or infection of the vagina. It can also affect the vulva, which is the external part of a woman's genitals. Vaginitis can cause itching, pain, discharge, and odor. Vaginitis is common, especially in wome… More on Vaginitis →
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream and Ointment are indicated for the treatment of cutaneous candidiasis; it has been demonstrated that the nystatin-steroid combination provides greater benefit than the nystatin component alone during the first few days of treatment.
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream is usually applied to the affected areas twice daily in the morning and evening by gently and thoroughly massaging the preparation into the skin. The cream should be discontinued if symptoms persist after 25 days of therapy (see PRECAUTIONS, Laboratory Tests ). A thin film of Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Ointment is usually applied to the affected areas twice daily in the morning and evening. The preparation should be discontinued if symptoms persist after 25 days of therapy (see PRECAUTIONS, Laboratory Tests ). Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream and Ointment should not be used with occlusive dressings.
Side effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS A single case (approximately one percent of patients studied) of acneiform eruption occurred with use of combined nystatin and triamcinolone acetonide in clinical studies. Nystatin is virtually nontoxic and nonsensitizing and is well tolerated by all age groups, even during prolonged use. Rarely, irritation may occur. The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids (reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence): burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, perioral secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae and miliaria. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Crown Laboratories, Inc. at 1-423-926-4413 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or https://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/
Is Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide used to treat Vaginitis?
Based on its FDA-labeled indications, Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide is used in the treatment of vaginitis — polyene antifungal [epc]. Use it only as prescribed — your clinician decides whether it's right for you.
What ICD-10 codes apply to Vaginitis?
Vaginitis is coded in ICD-10-CM as B37.
Informational only, drawn from FDA labeling and NIH MedlinePlus — not medical advice. Talk to your clinician about whether Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide is right for you.
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