From the FDA Drug Label
Apply triamcinolone acetonide cream USP, 0. 1% as appropriate, to the affected area two to three times daily. Rub in gently. The topical dosing regimen for Triamcinolone is:
- Apply 0.1% cream to the affected area 2-3 times daily
- Rub in gently
- When using occlusive dressing technique, apply in the evening and remove in the morning (12-hour occlusion), with additional applications during the day without occlusion 1
From the Research
Topical Dosing Regimen for Triamcinolone
The topical dosing regimen for Triamcinolone can vary depending on the condition being treated.
- For hand eczema, a study 2 used triamcinolone 0.1% cream, applied twice a day for 4 weeks.
- For phimosis, a study 3 used triamcinolone 0.1% cream, applied at least twice daily for a course of 12 weeks.
- For oral lichen planus, a study 4 used 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide, applied 3 times/day for 2 weeks and 2 times/day for the next 2 weeks.
Dosage Forms and Concentrations
Different dosage forms and concentrations of triamcinolone have been used in various studies, including: