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Side effect(s) of Triamcinolone


Review the side-effects of Triamcinolone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Allergic Reactions
- Anaphylactoid reactions and angioedema.

   Heart
- Slow/fast heart rate, heart block, heart enlargement, poor blood circulation, fat accumulation, high blood pressure, heart attack, fainting, lung swelling and blood clots.

   Skin
- Pimples, skin inflammation, dry scaly skin, redness, pigmentation, impaired wound healing, increased sweating, rash, thin fragile skin, thinning of scalp hair and hives.

   Metabolic
- Abnormal hair growth and menstrual regularities.

   Gastrointestinal
- Abdominal distention, bowel/bladder dysfunction, elevation in serum liver enzyme level, liver enlargement, increased appetite, nausea, peptic ulcer and stomach bleeding.

   Musculoskeletal
- Necrosis of thighbone, joint pain/inflammation, loss of muscle mass and muscle weakness.

   Central Nervous System
- Convulsions, depression, emotional instability, emotional state, headache, stroke, sleeplessness, mood swings, nerve disease, tingling, personality changes and psychic disorders.

   Eye
- Increased eye pressure.

   Miscellaneous
- Abnormal fat deposits, decreased resistance to infection, hiccups, increased or decreased motility and sperm numbers, uneasiness, moon face and weight gain.

Other Precautions :

Avoid vaccination.

Drug Name : Triamcinolone

Triamcinolone(Aristocort) generic is a corticosteroid, prescribed for arthritis, skin, blood, kidney, eye, thyroid and intestinal disorders, severe allergies and asthma. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.


Trade Names for Triamcinolone

India :


International :


Aristocort, Aristopak
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