Triamcinolone
Information about Triamcinolone[edit source]
Triamcinolone (trye" am sin' oh lone) is a synthetic, long acting glucocorticoid that is used in topical solutions and aerosols for therapy of allergic and hypersensitivity reactions and control of inflammation as well as in parenteral formulations for therapy of hypersensitivity reactions, shock and severe inflammation.
Dosage and administration for Triamcinolone[edit source]
Oral forms of triamcinolone include tablets of 4 and 8 mg and oral syrups. Parenteral forms for injection are available under various generic and trade names including Aristocort and Kenacort.
Mechanism of action of Triamcinolone[edit source]
Triamcinolone is five times more potent than cortisol in its glucocorticoid activity, but has minimal mineralocorticoid activity.
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