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Dose: 40 to 80 mg
Single Dose: 60 (60)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: IM
Instructions: Once in a Week

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Triamcinolone Acetonide is the derivative of Triamcinolone. It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Corticosteroid. It belongs to Glucocorticoid agonist pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Corticosteroid Adrenal pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Triamcinolone is 394.40.

Triamcinolone is contraindicated in conditions like Diabetes mellitus,Peptic ulcer,Psychosis,Osteoporosis,Infections,Acne vulgaris,Rosacea,Superficial leisions,Myopathy,Gravitational ulceration.

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Triamcinolone, which give rise to further complications include Striae, Glaucoma, Atrophy, Steroid purpura, Skin fragility, Osteoporosis, Moon face, Buffalo hump, Distribution of fat on torso.Triamcinolone produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Cushing`s syndrome, Diabetes, Hypertension, Growth suppression, Adrenal suppression. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Triamcinolone therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Triamcinolone are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Striae, Acne, Hirsutism, Menstrual irregularity, Purpura.

Triamcinolone is primarily indicated in conditions like Asthma, Bronchospasm, Dermatosis, Eczema, Gout, Haemolytic anaemia, Lichen planus, Lupus erythematosus, Nephrotic syndrome, Osteoarthritis, Pruritus, Psoriasis, Rheumatic fever, Rheumatoid arthritis, Suppression of inflammatory and allergic disorders, Termination of pregnancy of 13-24 weeks gestation.

Triamcinolone is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementPancuronium (Br)Rotavirus vaccineThe administration of live, attenuated virus or bacterial vaccines during immunosuppressant or intense antineoplastic therapy may be associated with a risk of disseminated infection due to enhanced replication of vaccine virus or bacteria in the presence of diminished immune competence. Patients may be immunosuppressed if they have recently received Triamcinolone.ModerateIn general, live virus or bacterial vaccines should not be used in patients receiving Triamcinolone.Theophylline These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

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Triamcinolone should be used with caution in patients with liver, kidney, heart or intestinal disease, hypothyroidism, high blood pressure, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis (brittle bones), herpes eye infection or a history of tuberculosis (TB), seizures, ulcers or blood clots and of any drug allergy. Do not have a vaccination, other immunization or any skin test while you are using this drug unless specifically recommended. Use aspirin, arthritis medication or alcoholic beverages cautiously while taking this medication, because it may make stomach and intestine more susceptible to the irritating effects of alcohol, aspirin and certain arthritis medications, increasing the risk of ulcers. Report any injury or signs of infection (fever, sore throat, pain during urination and muscle aches) that occur during treatment and within 12 months after treatment with this drug. Dose may need to be adjusted or may need to start taking the drug again. If patient have diabetes, this drug may increase blood sugar level. Test urine for sugar (glucose) frequently and contact the doctor if sugar is present, dose of diabetes medication and diet may need to be changed. It should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation. Avoid use in infants because, this medication can cause growth suppression in infants.