Topsyn and Zilretta injection

• Generic Name: fluocinonide topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Fluocinonide-E, Fluovix, Vanos, Lidex, Licon, Lidex-E, Dermacin, Fluex

Fluocinonide topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: triamcinolone
• Dosage Forms: extended-release injectable suspension kit
• Other Brand Names: Kenalog-40, Zilretta, Aristocort, Azmacort

Zilretta is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Zilretta is used to treat many different types of inflammatory conditions, including severe allergic reactions, skin disorders, severe colitis, inflammation of the joints or tendons, blood cell disorders, inflammatory eye disorders, lung disorders, and problems caused by low adrenal gland hormones.

Zilretta is also used to treat certain skin disorders caused by autoimmune conditions such as lupus, psoriasis, lichen planus, and others.

Different brands of triamcinolone injection have different uses.

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