How does Oracort (Triamcinolone Acetonide) work:

Oracort contains the active ingredient, triamcinolone acetonide, which belongs to the class of medicines called corticosteroids. Oracort has anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic (anti-itch) and anti-allergic actions which may provide prompt relief of oral tenderness, pain, inflammation and ulceration. The emollient dental paste acts as an adhesive for applying the medicine to your mouth and keeps the medicine in close contact with the lesion being treated while also providing a protective covering.

Dosage & Administartion:

Use your medicine as instructed by your physician, pharmacist or dentist.

Press a small dab (about 6mm) to the lesion (such as an ulcer) in your mouth until a thin film develops. A larger amount may be required for coverage of some lesions. To avoid a granular gritty sensation, dab, do not rub or spread Oracort. Spreading may also cause Oracort to crumble. After application, however, a smooth slippery film develops. Oracort should be applied at bedtime to permit steroid contact with the lesion throughout the night. Depending on how severe your symptoms are, it may be necessary to apply Oracort two to three times a day, preferably after meals.

If your symptoms do not improve within 7 days or if, they become worse, check with your physician, pharmacist or dentist.

Side Effects:

Long term use of Oracort may result in side effects known to occur with steroids that are taken as tablets or injections; for example supressing your natural steroid production. You should consult with your physician before using Oracort for longer than 7 days. Local irritation or increased sensitivity may occasionally occur. Oracort should be discontinued and your physician, pharmacist or dentist consulted.

Precautions:

Before using Oracort, talk to your physician, pharmacist or dentist if you:

• have an allergic reaction to triamcinolone acetonide or any other ingredient such as gelatin, pectin, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, mineral oil, polyethylene.
• have currently got a fungal, viral or bacterial infection in your mouth or throat.
• have tuberculosis, a stomach ulcer or diabetes.
• are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
• are currently breast feeding.
• are taking any other medicine, especially any other preparation that is to be applied to the same area of the mouth.