CORTONE vs NASACORT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CORTONE and NASACORT are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CORTONE	NASACORT
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CORTISONE ACETATE	TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE
Manufacturer	Merck	Chattem Sanofi
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Spray/Inhaler, metered
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis	Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis

cortone nasacort

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CORTISONE ACETATE

TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Manufacturer

Merck

Chattem Sanofi

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Spray/Inhaler, metered

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis

Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cortone and Nasacort?

Cortone contains Cortisone Acetate, while Nasacort contains Triamcinolone Acetonide — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.