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Triacetin Drug Information Provided by Lexi-Comp

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Medication Safety Issues

Sound-alike/look-alike issues:

Triacetin may be confused with Triacin®

Pronunciation

(trye a SEE tin)

U.S. Brand Names

  • Myco-Nail [OTC]

Index Terms

  • Glycerol Triacetate

Generic Available

No

Pharmacologic Category

  • Antifungal Agent, Topical

Pharmacologic Category Synonyms

  • Topical Antifungal Agent

Use: Labeled Indications

Fungistat for athlete's foot and other superficial fungal infections

Drug Interactions

There are no known significant interactions.

Dosage

Apply twice daily, cleanse areas with dilute alcohol or mild soap and water before application; continue treatment for 7 days after symptoms have disappeared

Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No significant effects or complications reported

Dental Health: Vasoconstrictor/Local Anesthetic Precautions

No information available to require special precautions

Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status

None reported

Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment

None reported

Dosage Forms

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Liquid, topical: 25% (30 mL)

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Last full review/revision December 2008

Content last modified December 2008

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