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Halog vs. Kenalog

Halcinonide (Halog) is a prescription topical steroid. It's used to treat many types of inflammatory and itchy skin conditions. Halcinonide (Halog) is applied directly to the skin 2 or 3 times per day. This medication comes as a cream and topical solution. Side effects aren't common, but can include skin burning and irritation.

• Inflammatory and itchy skin conditions

• Burning
• Itching
• Irritation
• Dryness

• Hormone problems and withdrawal
• High blood sugar

Triamcinolone injection (Kenalog) is a steroid injection that helps reduce inflammation in adults and children. The medication is used to treat many conditions, including allergies, skin conditions, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, and gout attacks. It's typically given as a shot into the muscle (intramuscular) or directly into the affected joint (intra-articular). Side effects are similar to other steroid medications and can include trouble sleeping, mood changes, and injection side reactions.

This medication is used for many different conditions. Generally, it's used for autoimmune problems, conditions related to swelling, or cancer. Some examples include:

• Allergies or allergic reactions
• Skin conditions
• Conditions affecting certain hormones (e.g., low adrenal hormones)
• Gut conditions (e.g., ulcerative colitis)
• Conditions related to blood cells
• Certain cancers (e.g., leukemia)
• Nervous system conditions (e.g., multiple sclerosis)
• Eye conditions
• Kidney conditions
• Lung conditions
• Joint conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis)
• Lupus

• Injection site reactions
• Swelling
• High blood pressure
• High blood sugar
• Muscle weakness
• Stomach pain
• Trouble sleeping
• Changes in your mood
• Headache
• Acne
• Weight gain

• Serious nervous system problems
• Severe allergic reactions
• Heart and kidney problems
• Hormone effects
• Greater risk of infections
• Eye problems
• Stomach problems
• Bone problems
• Changes in mood and behavior
• Cancer