Corticosteroids (Dental)

Proper Use of This Medicine

To use hydrocortisone or triamcinolone dental paste:

• Using a cotton swab, press (do not rub) a small amount of paste onto the area to be treated until the paste sticks and a smooth, slippery film forms. Do not try to spread the medicine because it will become crumbly and gritty.
• Apply the paste at bedtime so the medicine can work overnight. The other applications of the paste should be made following meals.

Do not use corticosteroids more often or for a longer time than your medical doctor or dentist ordered . To do so may increase the chance of absorption through the lining of the mouth and the chance of side effects.

Do not use this medicine for other mouth problems without first checking with your medical doctor or dentist . This medicine should not be used on many kinds of bacterial, viral, or fungal infections.

Dosing - The doses of these medicines will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of these medicines. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor or dentist tells you to do so.

For hydrocortisone
• For mouth and/or gum problems:
  • Adults: Apply to the affected area two or three times a day, after meals and at bedtime.
  • Children: Dose must be determined by your doctor or dentist.

For triamcinolone
• For mouth and/or gum problems:
  • Adults: Apply to the affected area two or three times a day, after meals and at bedtime.
  • Children: Dose must be determined by your doctor or dentist.

Missed dose - If your medical doctor or dentist has ordered you to use this medicine according to a regular schedule and you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.