Triamcinolone

• Triamcinolone is available by prescription only.

• Triamcinolone is a synthetic glucocorticoid.

• Triamcinolone is an anti-inflammatory used to treat...

• contact allergic dermatitis

• atopy

• dry skin

• crusting

• scaling

• lick granulomas

• acute arthritis

• inflammatory eye diseases

• Triamcinolone works by reducing the swelling of irritated areas.

• Triamcinolone is available in 1.5 mg tablets.

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in pets with known allergies to triamcinolone.

• Triamcinolone is not for use in the treatment of viral and fungal infections.

• Let your veterinarian know if your pet suffers from...

• kidney disease

• liver disease

• heart disease

• hypothyroidism

• Triamcinolone will weaken your pet's immune system.

• Use with caution in animals suffering from...

• glaucoma

• diabetes mellitus

• Cushing's syndrome

• pregnancy

• heart failure

• corneal ulcers

• high blood pressure

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Give as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store triamcinolone at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Allow your pet access to plenty of water to drink.

• Give with food.

• Do not stop triamcinolone treatment suddenly.

• Gradually reduce dosage of triamcinolone before stopping treatment.

• In the case of a missed dose of triamcinolone, give it as soon as you remember, or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF TRIAMCINOLONE.

• In the case of an overdose of triamcinolone, seek attention from your veterinarian.

• Some signs of an overdose are...

• weight gain

• panting

• increased thirst and hunger

• frequent urination

• vomiting

• diarrhea

• Cushing's syndrome

• Allergic reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of an allergic reaction or a serious side effect you should stop triamcinolone treatment and seek veterinary attention.

• Some common signs of allergic reactions or more serious side effects are...

• hives

• breathing difficulty

• facial swelling

• increased blood pressure

• sudden weight gain

• thinning of the skin

• cataracts

• glaucoma

• behavioral changes