The Trigeminal Nerve is the fifth of the Twelve Cranial Nerves. It consists of both afferent and efferent motoric and sensory fibers as well as proprioceptive, sympathetic and parasympathetic fibers that are divided into three main branches: the ophthalmic nerve, the maxillary nerve and the mandibular nerve.
Triamcinolone acetonide ointment is prescribed to treat various skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and poison ivy. It is a type of steroid and works by reducing inflammation and suppressing an overactive immune system.
Triamcinolone acetonide also comes in the form of a dental paste for the treatment of mouth sores and ulcers. In veterinary medicine, triamcinolone acetonide is approved for use in dogs and cats by prescription only. It is employed to treat allergic dermatitis, rashes due to infections and eczema, according to PetMD and Vetstreet.