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Nystatin/Triamcinolone

Nystatin/Triamcinolone Side Effects

Ally Tsai, PharmDKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Ally Tsai, PharmD, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on April 3, 2024

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Irritation
  • Dryness

Less Common Side Effects

  • Inflamed hair follicles
  • Excessive hair growth
  • Acne-like bumps
  • Changes in skin color
  • Rash
  • Skin thinning
  • Stretch marks
  • Heat rash
When do Nystatin/Triamcinolone possible side effects begin and end?
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Burning feeling on the skin
Itching
Skin irritation
Skin dryness

Source: DailyMed

The following Nystatin/Triamcinolone side effects have also been reported

Along with its needed effects, a medicine 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:

Rare

Blistering, burning, dryness, itching, peeling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

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

Many of the above side effects are more likely to occur in children, who may absorb greater amounts of this medicine.

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Ally Tsai, PharmD
Reviewed by:
Ally Tsai, PharmD
Ally Tsai, PharmD, is a medication therapy management (MTM) pharmacist with 6 years of experience. As an MTM pharmacist, she helps people with complex medication regimens get the best results by conducting comprehensive medication reviews.
Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD, is a licensed pharmacist in California. She has been a retail pharmacy manager and staff pharmacist for over 7 years and has contributed drug information content to different health companies.

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