DECADERM vs KENALOG IN ORABASE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 8, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DECADERM and KENALOG IN ORABASE 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	DECADERM	KENALOG IN ORABASE
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.24 /mL	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	DEXAMETHASONE	TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE
Manufacturer	Merck	Delcor Asset Corp
Dosage forms	Topical	Topical
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 4 hours	—
Treats	Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis	Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis

decaderm kenalog in orabase

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.24 /mL

—

Type

Active ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE

TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Manufacturer

Merck

Delcor Asset Corp

Dosage forms

Topical

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 4 hours

—

Treats

Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis

Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Berylliosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Decaderm and Kenalog in Orabase?

Decaderm contains Dexamethasone, while Kenalog in Orabase 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.