Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone)
Brand: Triamcinolone Acetonide
Active Ingredient(s): Triamcinolone
Strength: 40 mg / mL
Pack Size: 1 mL Injectable
Store at room temperature.
DIN: 01977563
Manufacturer: Sterimax Inc. (Canada)
Alternatives: Triamcinolone Hexacetonide – Kenalog
$57.77
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Description
Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone) is a corticosteroid agent. It is typically used to treat joint pain, swelling and stiffness in inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It is also for the treatment of various allergic disorders including asthma, blood disorders, hormone problems, rheumatic fever, and problems associated with digestive system, kidneys, lungs or skin. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone)'s dosage depends on the condition being treated. Your doctor will administer Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone) to you in a hospital or clinical setting. For Intramuscular (into the muscle tissue) or Intra-articular (into a joint) use Only. Not FOR INTRAVENOUS, INTRADERMAL, INTRAOCULAR, EPIDURAL, OR INTRATHECAL USE. WARNING: This medication should be used with caution in patients with congestive heart failure (the heart is unable to pump blood around the body properly), hypertension (high blood pressure), or renal (kidneys) insufficiency. Use with caution in patients with gastrointestinal diseases due to perforation risk. In addition to its desired action, Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat It may cause increased pain or swelling, joint stiffness, fever, eye pain, eye problems It may cause rapid weight gain, shortness of breath, stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stools It may cause severe headache, ringing in your ears, dizziness, nausea, pain behind your eyes, stomach pain, lightheadedness Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to triamcinolone or any component of the formulation Taking Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Triamcinolone Acetonide (Triamcinolone)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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