Research Area: Infection ,Inflammation Biological Activity: Triamcinolone acetonide is a more potent type of triamcinolone, being about 8 times as effective as prednisone. It is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Triamcinolone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. [1]