Aristocort (Triamcinolone)

What is Aristocort?

Generic Aristocort accommodates 0.02% of triamcinolone acetonide. Mechanisms of action are: glucocorticoid, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, immunosuppressive. It belongs to a category of corticosteroid drugs.

It is applicable for the healing of some dermatological ailments: psoriasis and allergic eczema or to eliminate itching in the vagina, anal hole or ears. The drug works by reducing the action of substances that cause inflammation.

After taking internally is absorbed 20-30%; 40% binds to the proteins within blood plasma. It biotransforms in the liver and produces inactive metabolites, excreted mainly by kidneys in an inactive form.

In what kind of disease treatment, Aristocort is helpful?

This medication is suitable for healing of dermatological ailments such as atopic dermatitis, eczematous dermatitis, genital itching, anal itching, otitis externa, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and neurodermatitis.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Aristocort?

This drug could be dangerous for some categories of people so prior to begin the consumption you must let your physician about:

• Pregnancy or lactation
• Allergies
• Any other diseases or disorders
• Use of other medical products
• Use of food additives, vitamins of plant origin

How should I take Aristocort?

Take the medication internally with a sufficient amount of water or milk if you have a sensitive stomach. For better result do it regularly and preferably before the midday. The desirable effect is observed after 1-2 hours. The duration of action is dependent on the dose and usually it lasts 2-5 days. Do not increase or decrease the dosage without consulting with your physician. You will receive an instruction for use when you purchase the medication (similarly, if you buy generic Aristocort online with no prescription).

Aristocort dosage information

Portions and the regimen of consumption of Aristocort must be defined by the physician according to the ailment. Inward for adults 4-20 mg per day in 2-3 equal doses. After an improvement diurnal dose is reduced in steps by 1-2 mg every 2-3 days up to the minimum maintenance dose —1 mg and the complete surcease of therapy.

What may interact with?

With the concomitant use of anabolic steroids or androgens aggravates the threat of edema peripheral, pimples.

Antithyroids and thyroid hormones can modify the functions of the thyroid gland.

At concomitant application with blockers of histamine H1-receptor decreases the action of triamcinolone; hormonal contraceptives potentiate the effect of triamcinolone.

When applied together with an immunosuppressant increases the threat of bacteriological and viral infections.

When applied together with NSAIDs (in particular acetylsalicylic acid) increases the threat of erosive and ulcerative lesions and bleeding from the digestive tract.

Aristocort reduces the effectiveness of oral hypoglycemic agents, insulin; with laxatives hypokalemia is possible; with cardiac glycosides increases the threat of cardiac arrhythmias and various toxic effects of glycosides.

The use of tricyclic antidepressants may aggravate mental abnormalities.

With concomitant use of paracetamol increases the danger of hypernatremia, edema peripheral, increasing excretion of calcium, hypocalcaemia, osteoporosis, hepatic toxicity of paracetamol.

Application with ephedrine accelerates metabolism of triamcinolone.

This list is not complete that is why you should discuss with your physician your treatment.

What should I watch for while taking Aristocort?

With caution and under strict medical oversight is used in cases of the hydropic syndrome, fatness, mental abnormalities and illnesses of the gastrointestinal tract. During the healing is suggested to take vitamin D and eat foods rich in calcium.

Osteoporosis and pituitary basophilia are the main aspects restraining the prolonged healing. As a result of catabolic actions may suppress growth in kids.

In large amounts, triamcinolone can enhance the excitability of cerebral tissues and contributes to lowering the seizure threshold.

Aristocort must be used according to the prescribing of physician. Do not self-medicate or change the dose by your own decision. The optimal dosage may vary depending on the health status and harshness of the symptoms.

Aristocort side effects

The drug rarely could be causing a negative impact on the internal system, which manifests itself as:

• Peeling or redness of the skin
• Acne
• Changes in skin color
• Itching or burning sensations
• Rhagades
• Hoarseness of voice
• Oral candidiasis
• Dryness in the mouth and throat
• Face puffiness
• Breathing difficulties
• Coughing
• Exhaustion

With the occurrence of the allergy you should seek immediate medical help. Signs that may indicate about allergic reactions and that you should pay attention to include: skin rash, hives, puffiness of the face or extremities, difficulty in breathing and swallowing.

Inform your physician about any adverse effects that occurred during the use of the medicine. With the first signs of any other more serious side effects not listed above, contact your physician.

Where can I keep Aristocort?

Keep medications in a dry place (not in the bathroom) in the zone out of reach of children. Storage temperature is must be approximately 25° C. Do not use after the date of expiration. You can easily get the drug in your favorite pharmacy (Canada) or buy generic Aristocort online.