Triamcinolone Acetonide
About
Triamcinolone Acetonide belongs to the class of medicines called corticosteroids. It is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal or year-round allergic rhinitis/hay fever. It treats allergy symptoms, such as runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, nose, and throat. Allergic rhinitis is inflammation and allergy of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mold, or skin flakes from certain animals.
Triamcinolone Acetonide contains Triamcinolone acetonide that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat inflammatory diseases. It relieves nasal and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal swelling caused by allergic rhinitis.
Use Triamcinolone Acetonide as directed by your physician. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Triamcinolone Acetonide include nose/throat dryness, coughing, sneezing, nosebleeds, and unpleasant taste and smell. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Triamcinolone Acetonide, you should avoid it. Before taking Triamcinolone Acetonide, tell your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or renal illness, glaucoma, cataracts, TB, or nose difficulties. If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your doctor before using Triamcinolone Acetonide. Triamcinolone Acetonide is not suggested for children under the age of two. You may need to carry a steroid emergency card if you have been prescribed large dosages of Triamcinolone Acetonide to treat your symptoms.
Uses of Triamcinolone Acetonide
Medicinal Benefits
Triamcinolone Acetonide alleviates allergy symptoms in seasonal allergies and allergic rhinitis. It contains 'Triamcinolone acetonide,' which acts by inhibiting the release of particular chemical messengers involved in allergy and non-allergic-mediated inflammation and so aids in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. It improves nose and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal oedema caused by allergic rhinitis. It also makes the nasal passages less susceptible to allergens such as pollen, animal dander, and dust mites.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Triamcinolone Acetonide
- Nose/throat dryness
- Coughing
- Sneezing
- Nosebleeds
- Unpleasant taste and smell
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Triamcinolone Acetonide and if you are using any other medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements. Let your doctor know if you have a recent history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, nasal surgery, and chronic nasal inflammation before using it. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use it with proper consultation and caution. It can be used with a doctor's advice in children above two years of age.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive drugs (e.g. metoprolol), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. ibuprofen, aspirin), or other corticosteroid medicines.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Use Triamcinolone Acetonide with caution and under a doctor's supervision if you have/had a history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, nasal surgery, and chronic nasal inflammation.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol while using Triamcinolone Acetonide. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionThere is limited data available on how Triamcinolone Acetonide affects pregnancy. Please inform your doctor before using Triamcinolone Acetonide if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medicine.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere is limited data available on how Triamcinolone Acetonide affects breastfeeding. If you are a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Triamcinolone Acetonide. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing this medicine.
Driving
cautionTriamcinolone Acetonide does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you experience unmanageable symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery until you are alert.
Liver
cautionIf you have liver problems, inform your doctor before using Triamcinolone Acetonide. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Triamcinolone Acetonide.
Kidney
cautionIf you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before using Triamcinolone Acetonide. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Triamcinolone Acetonide.
Children
cautionTriamcinolone Acetonide is not recommended for use in children below two years as the safety and efficacy are not established. However, caution should be exercised in children above two years of age and used only when your paediatrician advises.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Know your triggers, like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items and try to avoid them.
- Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking.
- Drink extra fluids while you take Triamcinolone Acetonide. This helps loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
- Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
- Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
- Avoid cold foods and drinks to ease your nasal congestion.
- The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. Doing meditation, deep breathing, and progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
Special Advise
- If you do not notice any improvement in your condition after using Triamcinolone Acetonide for 5-7 days, please reach out to your doctor.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Allergic rhinitis: Allergic rhinitis occurs when you breathe in an allergen which triggers an allergic reaction. It can be seasonal or perennial. Seasonal allergic rhinitis, commonly called hay fever, mostly occurs in the summer, spring or early fall. It is usually triggered by fungus spores in the air or pollen from specific plants such as trees, flowers, weeds, or grasses. Perennial allergic rhinitis affects you throughout the year and can be triggered by mould, cockroach or dust mite droppings, pet dander and saliva.
Nonallergic rhinitis: Nonallergic rhinitis may be triggered by infections such as cold viruses, foreign material in the nose, certain foods and odours, hormonal changes, stress, certain medications, weather changes, smoke, fumes and other air pollutants.
FAQs
Triamcinolone Acetonide works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. It also makes the nasal passages less sensitive to allergic triggers like pollen, animal dander or dust mites.
You are not recommended to use Triamcinolone Acetonide to treat runny, itchy or stuffy nose and sneezing caused by the common cold. Triamcinolone Acetonide is only used to treat symptoms caused by allergic and nonallergic rhinitis. Therefore, if you have a runny nose caused by a common cold, please consult a doctor for a suitable medication.
Do not abruptly stop using Triamcinolone Acetonide even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. However, if you experience any difficulty while using Triamcinolone Acetonide, please consult your doctor.
It is advised not to share this medicine with another person to avoid spreading infections. Also, to prevent contamination, please do not use the spray bottle after 28-30 days of opening it.
Unlike other anti-allergic medicines, Triamcinolone Acetonide does not cause drowsiness or sedation.
