InjectionClinical Overview
Triamcinolone (Acetonide Injection IP 40mg/ml) is an intermediate-acting synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid with 5 times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and no mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. Formulated as a microcrystalline suspension for depot injection, it provides sustained local anti-inflammatory effect over 3 to 6 weeks. Indicated for intra-articular injection in severe osteoarthritis/rheumatoid arthritis, intralesional injection in keloids/alopecia areata, deep IM systemic therapy for chronic severe allergic conditions, and oral therapy for inflammatory disorders.
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Verified Clinical References
Usage Guidelines
For Intra-articular, Intralesional, or Deep IM injection ONLY: NEVER administer intravenously. Shake vial well to ensure uniform suspension. For intra-articular: 5 mg to 40 mg into the joint space under strict aseptic technique. For deep IM: 40 mg to 80 mg injected deep into the gluteal muscle (avoid subcutaneous fat to prevent fat atrophy and skin depigmentation).
General Administration Advice: Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, frequency, and treatment course. For oral medications, swallow with sufficient water. Never stop antibiotics, psychiatric medications, or antihypertensives abruptly without clinical direction.
Possible Side Effects
Injection: Local injection site cutaneous/subcutaneous fat atrophy, skin depigmentation, post-injection flare, and tendon rupture. Systemic: Dyspepsia, insomnia, hyperglycemia, fluid retention, and adrenal suppression.
*Note: Individual physiological responses vary. While many patients experience few or no side effects, notify your treating physician if adverse reactions persist or if hypersensitivity (angioedema, skin rash, dyspnea) occurs.
Precautions & Warnings
Black Box Warning: Strict contraindication against IV administration (microcrystalline formulation causes pulmonary embolism). Contraindicated in idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (IM route), systemic fungal infections, and septic arthritis.
Schedule H (Prescription Required)
This medication is scheduled under statutory drug regulatory frameworks (CDSCO / Drugs & Cosmetics Rules). Dispensing requires a valid medical prescription from a registered medical practitioner. Self-medication or unsupervised dosage adjustment carries significant clinical risks.
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Omeprazole Gastro-resistant Capsules 20 mg
Omeprazole Gastro-Resistant Capsules (20mg) is a prototypical proton pump inhibitor on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It enters parietal cell canaliculi as a prodrug where acidic pH converts it to a tetracyclic sulfenamide that permanently inactivates H+/K+-ATPase pumps. Indicated for duodenal ulcers, benign gastric ulcers, reflux esophagitis, maintenance therapy of healed erosive esophagitis, and H. pylori eradication (as part of triple therapy).
Triamcinolone Acetonide Mouth Ulcer Gel 0.1% w/w
Mouth Ulcer Gel (Choline Salicylate 8.7%-9% w/w, Benzalkonium Chloride 0.01% w/w, with or without Lignocaine 2% w/w) is a topical analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic oral gel on the PMBI formulary. Choline salicylate is a topically absorbed non-steroidal anti-inflammatory that inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes to relieve throbbing ulcer pain and swelling. Lignocaine produces rapid surface local anesthesia by blocking mucosal voltage-gated sodium channels. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a cationic surfactant bactericide, preventing secondary infection. Indicated for aphthous mouth ulcers, canker sores, denture sores, orthodontic abrasions, and herpes labialis irritation.
Triamcinolone Tablets 4mg
Triamcinolone (Tablets IP 4mg) is an intermediate-acting synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid with 5 times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and no mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. Formulated as a microcrystalline suspension for depot injection, it provides sustained local anti-inflammatory effect over 3 to 6 weeks. Indicated for intra-articular injection in severe osteoarthritis/rheumatoid arthritis, intralesional injection in keloids/alopecia areata, deep IM systemic therapy for chronic severe allergic conditions, and oral therapy for inflammatory disorders.