Amikin Pediatric and Kenalog

• Generic Name: amikacin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Amikin, Amikin Pediatric

Amikacin injection is used to treat serious bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. This medicine is for short-term use only (7 to 10 days).

Amikacin belongs to the class of medicines known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Amikacin injection is usually used for serious bacterial infections for which other medicines may not work. However, it may also cause some serious side effects, including damage to your hearing, sense of balance, and kidneys. These side effects may be more likely to occur in elderly patients and newborn infants. You and your doctor should talk about the benefits of this medicine as well as the risks.

This medicine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: triamcinolone topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cinolar, Kenalog, Oralone, Pediaderm TA, Triamcinolone Acetonide in Absorbase, Trianex, Triderm, Aristocort A, DermasilkRx SDS Pak, Dermasorb TA, DermaWerx SDS Pak, Triacet, Aricin, Aristocort R, Delta-Tritex, Flutex, Rx Triamcinolone, Aristocort Topical, Cinalog, Kenalog in Orabase, DermacinRx SilaPak

Kenalog contains triamcinolone, a corticosteroid. Triamcinolone reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Kenalog topical is used to treat the inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. The dental paste form of triamcinolone (Kenalog Orabase) is used to treat mouth ulcers.

Kenalog topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.