Drug reference
triamcinolone
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Drug class
Endocrine (Adrenocortical Drugs)
Mechanism of action
Corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory properties; elicits effects on various cells, including mast cells and eosinophils; also elicits effects on inflammatory mediators (eg, histamine, eicosanoids, leukotrienes, cytokines).
Common side effects
- Nasal: Pharyngitis, Flu syndrome(child), Headache
- Inj: Joint swelling, Contusions.
- Cream: Skin atrophy, Pigmentation changes
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity Idiopathic thrombocytopenia purpura Systemic fungal infections Cerebral malaria
Known interactions (1)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is triamcinolone?
triamcinolone belongs to: Endocrine.
How does triamcinolone work?
Corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory properties; elicits effects on various cells, including mast cells and eosinophils; also elicits effects on inflammatory mediators (eg, histamine, eicosanoids, leukotrienes, cytokines).
What are the common side effects of triamcinolone?
Nasal: Pharyngitis, Flu syndrome(child), Headache, Inj: Joint swelling, Contusions., Cream: Skin atrophy, Pigmentation changes
Which drugs interact with triamcinolone?
hepatitis a vaccine inactivated
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