Triamcinolone
Uses of Triamcinolone
Triamcinolone is commonly used to treat Allergic Conditions, treatment of Asthma, Cancer, Eye Disorders, Nephrotic Syndrome, Oral Lichen Planus, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatic Disorder, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Severe Allergic Reactions, and Skin Disorders
How Triamcinolone Works
Triamcinolone is a corticosteroid act by inhibiting the migration of leukocytes. This will then reduces the permeability of the capillary thus reduces inflammation.
Side Effects of Triamcinolone
Nausea, Vomiting, Fluid retention, Headache, Increased appetite, Weight gain, Painful joints, Difficulty in swallowing, Immunosuppression, Psychiatric disturbances (Insomnia and depression).
Warnings
Kidney Use With Care
Triamcinolone should only be used with doctor's advice as this medication contain sodium and is excreted by the kidneys, therefore it may cause impairment in pre-existing kidney disease.
Alcohol Not Advisable
Do not drink alcohol when you are taking Triamcinolone as it might worsen the side effects.
Pregnancy Not Safe
Do inform your doctor if you are pregnant because Triamcinolone crosses the placenta. Study of the animals reported some side effects on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans. Use it only when benefits outweight the risks as there is a risk of adrenocortical suppression in newborn in mother on long-term corticosteroid therapy.
Driving Generally Safe
Triamcinolone usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Use With Care
Triamcinolone is metabolized in the liver, therefore it should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation Not Advisable
There is inadequate data available for Triamcinolone can pass into breast milk and may cause harm to the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medication as Triamcinolone can affect growth in children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
