Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g)

Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g) is a topical corticosteroid cream that contains triamcinolone acetonide 0.1% in each 5 g tube. It is used on the skin to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, and irritation caused by inflammatory skin conditions. As an anti-inflammatory steroid cream, Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g) is not for treating infections, but it may be prescribed when a doctor wants a stronger, targeted skin treatment. This product is supplied by Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd. in a strip/box of 10 tubes.

How it works: Triamcinolone acetonide works by calming the skin’s inflammatory response, which helps reduce itching, redness, and swelling. In cream form, Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g) delivers the medicine directly to the affected skin area so it can act where it is needed.

Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g) is the exact strength in this product, and it is a medium-potency topical steroid that doctors choose for inflamed skin that needs more than a mild soothing cream. Because it is a 0.1% cream, it can be more effective than lower-strength steroid creams, but it also needs careful, limited use on the skin to reduce the risk of side effects.

• Eczema
• Dermatitis
• Allergic skin rashes
• Itchy, inflamed skin
• Localized psoriasis plaques

• Use only on the skin, not by mouth or on the eyes.
• Wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g).
• Rub it in gently unless your doctor tells you to leave it on as a film.
• Wash your hands after applying, unless the hands are the treatment area.
• Do not cover the area with tight dressings or bandages unless your doctor says to do so.
• Use it only as often and for as long as prescribed.

Each 5 g tube of Kenacort Cream 0.1% contains triamcinolone acetonide 0.1%, which is a prescription-strength topical steroid. It is usually applied in a thin layer once or twice daily, but the exact frequency and the maximum amount per day depend on the area being treated and your doctor’s directions.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Triamcinolone Acetonide may include:

• Mild burning or stinging after application
• Dryness or peeling of the skin
• Itching or irritation at the application site
• Redness or rash on the treated area
• Thinning of the skin with repeated use, especially if used too long
• Folliculitis or small acne-like bumps

• Use only on the skin and avoid the eyes, mouth, and inside the nose.
• Do not use on untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral skin infections unless your doctor tells you to.
• Avoid long-term use on the face, groin, armpits, or broken skin unless specifically directed.
• Use extra caution in children, who may absorb more steroid through the skin.
• Do not cover with airtight dressings unless instructed, because this can increase absorption.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or using it over a large body area.
• Stop and seek medical advice if the rash worsens or does not improve as expected.

• Other topical steroids on the same area
• Skin products that irritate or dry the skin, such as harsh acne treatments or strong exfoliants
• Occlusive bandages or plastic coverings, which can increase absorption
• Medicines that suppress the immune system, if large areas are treated for a long time

Store Kenacort Cream 0.1% (5 g) at room temperature, keep the tube tightly closed, and do not freeze it.