Key takeaways
Triamcinolone comes in a variety of formulations, but most people will use triamcinolone as a topical medication for skin problems or as a nasal spray for hay fever.
Without insurance, the triamcinolone acetonide cream price averages $25 for a 30-gram tube.
Pricing is comparable for over-the-counter triamcinolone nasal spray, but prescription-strength nasal spray and other types of triamcinolone acetonide cost more.
- How much does triamcinolone cost without insurance?
- How much does brand-name Kenalog cost?
- Compare triamcinolone prices to alternatives
- Triamcinolone acetonide costs by dose
- Compare triamcinolone prices by strength
- Is triamcinolone covered by insurance?
- How to get triamcinolone covered by insurance
- How to save
- How much does triamcinolone cost without insurance?
- How much does brand-name Kenalog cost?
- Compare triamcinolone prices to alternatives
- Triamcinolone acetonide costs by dose
- Compare triamcinolone prices by strength
- Is triamcinolone covered by insurance?
- How to get triamcinolone covered by insurance
- How to save
Triamcinolone acetonide is a generic prescription corticosteroid that treats inflammatory conditions. It comes in a variety of dosage forms that can treat specific medical conditions. Many people either use topical triamcinolone as a topical cream, lotion, or ointment to treat psoriasis, eczema, or atopic dermatitis, or they buy nonprescription triamcinolone nasal spray to treat seasonal allergies. There’s also triamcinolone dental paste for mouth sores and triamcinolone injections for allergic reactions, autoimmune diseases, arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions. The price of triamcinolone will depend on the dosage form, and there are ways to save without insurance.
Related: What is triamcinolone?
How much does triamcinolone acetonide cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the average retail price of a 30-gram (gm) tube of 0.1% triamcinolone cream is $25. The length of time a single tube lasts will depend on the amount of skin affected and the dosage prescribed.
Triamcinolone is one of the lowest-priced prescription steroids. Most prescription oral alternatives, such as prednisone, will be comparable in price or more expensive. OTC topical corticosteroids, such as hydrocortisone cream, may be cheaper for skin conditions. However, the dosage form prescribed and the severity of the underlying condition will determine if OTC topical steroids are suitable.
The cheapest alternative to paying full price for triamcinolone in any of its dosage forms is to use a SingleCare prescription discount card. With a SingleCare savings card, a 30 gm tube of 0.1% triamcinolone cream could cost as little as $3 at Kroger, an injection could cost as little as $8 for a 1 mL of 40 mg/mL vial, and a 5 gm tube of 0.1% triamcinolone dental paste could cost as little as $17.
How much does brand-name triamcinolone acetonide cost?
Topical triamcinolone was originally sold under the brand name Kenalog, but Kenalog cream has been discontinued. Kenalog is still sold as an injection. The Kenalog injection price with a SingleCare coupon is about $11 at Kroger for 1, 1 mL vial containing 40 mg of triamcinolone. There are several brand-name versions of other triamcinolone products, such as Nasacort (OTC nasal spray), Triderm (topical cream), Oralone (Rx dental paste), Zilretta (injection), and Xipere (eye injection).
Compare triamcinolone acetonide prices to other similar drugs |
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| Drug name | Price without insurance of brand-name drug | SingleCare price | Savings options |
| Triamcinolone acetonide cream | $25 for 30 gm of 0.1% cream | $3 for 30 gm of 0.1% cream of generic triamcinolone acetonide at Kroger | See latest prices |
| Nasacort 24 Hr Allergy (triamcinolone acetonide nasal spray) | $49 for 16.9 mL of 55 mcg/act suspension | $20 for 16.9 mL of 55 mcg/act suspension of generic triamcinolone acetonide at Publix | See latest prices |
| Mometasone furoate nasal spray | $265 for 17 gm of 50 mcg/act suspension of generic mometasone furoate nasal spray | $31 for 17 gm of 50 mcg/act suspension of generic mometasone furoate nasal spray at CVS Pharmacy | See latest prices |
| Hydrocortisone topical | $28 for 30 gm of 2.5% cream of generic hydrocortisone | $5 for 30 gm of 2.5% cream of generic hydrocortisone at Walmart | See latest prices |
| Fluocinonide topical | $132 for 60 mL of 0.05% solution of generic fluocinonide | $22 for 60 mL of 0.05% solution of generic fluocinonide at Food Lion | See latest prices |
| Pimecrolimus | $400 for 1, 30 gm tube of 1% cream of generic pimecrolimus | $79 for 1, 30 gm tube of 1% cream of generic pimecrolimus at Walmart | See latest prices |
Triamcinolone acetonide costs by dose
The retail cost of triamcinolone will vary based on the dosage format. For topical triamcinolone, the cost per dose will vary based on several factors: the dosage strength, the quantity, the area that needs treatment, and the amount of medicine prescribed.
Compare triamcinolone prices by strength |
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| Strength | SingleCare price of generic triamcinolone |
| 0.025% triamcinolone | $6 for 15 g at Kroger |
| 0.1% triamcinolone | $5 for 15 g at Kroger |
| See our lowest price for triamcinolone without insurance | |
Is triamcinolone acetonide covered by insurance?
Health insurance plans, Medicare Part D, and Medicaid usually cover triamcinolone acetonide in all of its prescription dosage forms. Coverage may vary depending on the formulation. Most insurance plans will not cover over-the-counter (OTC) triamcinolone, but some plans might, including Medicaid.
How to get triamcinolone acetonide covered by insurance
If coverage is denied, talk to a representative of the insurance company or check your plan’s formulary. Some dosage forms may not be covered. It also needs to be prescribed for an FDA-approved medical condition. If it isn’t, you may need to work with the healthcare provider to file a formulary exception with the insurance company. Finally, check to see if there are special requirements such as prior authorization or step therapy. These are rarely required for lower-cost generic medications, but there may be exceptions.
How to get triamcinolone acetonide without insurance
People without insurance coverage can sometimes save money with patient assistance programs or manufacturer coupons, but these have strict eligibility requirements and aren’t typically offered for generic drugs. Even so, there are effective ways to bring down the price.
1. Use a SingleCare savings card
The lowest SingleCare discount price for a 30 gm tube of 0.1% triamcinolone cream is only $3, a savings of more than $20 off the pharmacy cash price. Similar savings can be found for triamcinolone injections, dental paste, nasal spray, and OTC Nasacort. Visit the triamcinolone acetonide coupons page and read the FAQs section to find additional ways to save money. SingleCare is free to use and available to everyone. Registered members can save even more, and it’s fast and free to sign up.
2. Find the lowest price for your prescription
Prices vary by pharmacy. It pays to shop around for the best value. This is easy to do by comparing prices on SingleCare.com or on the SingleCare app.
3. Ask your prescriber about OTC topical steroids
If a prescription is for topical triamcinolone, ask your healthcare provider about alternative topical steroids such as OTC hydrocortisone. Before switching, get medical advice from a healthcare professional. An OTC topical corticosteroid may not be appropriate for some conditions.
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The SingleCare prices in this article are the most accurate at the time of publishing in ZIP code 23666 as of Aug. 6, 2026. Prices vary by pharmacy. Visit our coupon page for updated drug prices at pharmacies near you.
- Triderm triamcinolone acetonide cream prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2026)
- Nasacort Allergy 24HR triamcinolone acetonide spray drug label, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2026)
- Oralone triamcinolone acetonide paste prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2025)
- Kenalog-40/Kenalog-80 triamcinolone acetonide injection prescribing information, DailyMed (NIH National Library of Medicine) (2024)
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