What is Oralone: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Oralone overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Oralone, Oralone

Generic Names:

  • Triamcinolone Acetonide

Uses:

  • Treats pain and redness caused by mouth sores or gum problems. Belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Dental Agent

Forms:

  • Paste

How it’s taken:

  • For the teeth or gums

What is Oralone used for?

What form(s) does Oralone come in

  • Paste

What are common Oralone doses?

  • Tube 5GM of 0.1%

How to take Oralone

  • Your doctor or dentist will tell you how much to use and how often.

  • Use the medicine on the inside of your mouth.

  • It is best to use the medicine at bedtime so it can work overnight. If you also use the medicine during the day, put it on after meals.

  • Squeeze about 1/4 inch of the paste from the tube onto a cotton swab (Q-tip®). Press the paste on the area you are treating until the medicine sticks and a thin film forms.

  • Do not rub the medicine in. Rubbing may cause the paste to crumble or become gritty.

  • Squeeze about 1/4 inch of the paste from the tube onto a cotton swab (Q-tip®). Press the paste on the area you are treating until the medicine sticks and a thin film forms.

  • Your doctor or dentist will tell you how much to use and how often.

  • Use the medicine on the inside of your mouth.

  • It is best to use the medicine at bedtime so it can work overnight. If you also use the medicine during the day, put it on after meals.

  • Do not rub the medicine in. Rubbing may cause the paste to crumble or become gritty.

What to do if you miss a dose of Oralone

  • Apply the missed dose as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose.

  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.

  • Do not put on two doses at the same time.

Oralone contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to triamcinolone or if you have an infection in your mouth or throat.

Oralone warnings

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have tuberculosis, diabetes, ulcers, or chickenpox before you use this medicine.

  • If your symptoms do not get better after using this medicine for 7 days, tell your doctor.

Oralone interactions

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you have tuberculosis, diabetes, ulcers, or chickenpox before you use this medicine.

  • If your symptoms do not get better after using this medicine for 7 days, tell your doctor.

Oralone side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Drainage, pus, or other signs of infection where you are using the medicine

  • Severe itching, burning, or irritation in your mouth