Generic name: triamcinolone (injection route) [ trye-am-SIN-oh-lone ]
Drug class:Glucocorticoids
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 20, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Aristocort
- Aristocort Forte
- Aristospan
- Clinacort
- Kenalog-10
- Kenalog-40
- Triamcot
- Triam-Forte
- Triesense
- Zilretta
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
- Powder for Suspension, Extended Release
Therapeutic Class: Endocrine-Metabolic Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Adrenal Glucocorticoid
Uses for Triesense
Triamcinolone injection is used to treat inflammation (swelling), allergic reactions, certain types of arthritis, gout, skin diseases, and many other medical problems. It is given to patients who are not able to take medicines by the mouth. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).
This medicine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.
Before using Triesense
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of triamcinolone injection in the pediatric population. However, because of this medicine's toxicity, it should be used with caution especially in premature babies.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of triamcinolone injection in the elderl...
