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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste is used to treat Inflammatory and allergic conditions and Mouth sores. It contains triamcinolone acetonide, which belongs to the class of corticosteroids. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells. It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction of blood vessels decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing swelling, pain and discomfort.

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Synonym :

TRIAMCINOLONE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dentigrity Formulations Llp

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste belongs to a group of medications called ‘corticosteroids’ used in the treatment of various inflammatory and allergic disorders. It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic carditis, hormone problems, ulcerative colitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and other inflammatory conditions. It is also used in the treatment of mouth sores (painful lesions occurring in the lower lip or gums).

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste contains ‘triamcinolone acetonide’, which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells. It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction of blood vessels decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing swelling, pain and discomfort.

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste should be taken as advised by your doctor. The dose of the medicine will be decided by your doctor based on your health condition. Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste may cause certain common side effects such as upset stomach, stomach irritation, vomiting, headache, dizziness, insomnia, restlessness, skin rash, vision problems, and weight gain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Do not take Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste more often or for a longer time than your doctor prescribed. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, other skin infections or have undergone surgery. Inform your doctor if you develop any skin infection while using this medicine. This medicine weakens your immune system, so stay away from people who are sick. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine. Check with your doctor before taking vaccinations, as they may not work in people taking this medicine.

Uses of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste

Treatment of Inflammatory and allergic conditions and Mouth sores

Directions for Use

Tablet: It should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water in the dose and duration prescribed by a doctor. It can be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet.Dental/buccal paste: It is for external use only. Use this paste as advised by your physician. Apply a thin layer of toothpaste on the affected area after meals at night. Do not rub or spread the paste. You can use this paste once or twice daily.

Medicinal Benefits

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste contains ‘triamcinolone acetonide’, which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It is effectively used to treat various inflammatory, allergic and autoimmune diseases. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells (target cells). It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels, decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing swelling, pain and discomfort.

How Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste Works

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste contains ‘triamcinolone acetonide’, which belongs to the class of ‘corticosteroids’. It controls inflammation by acting on the immune system. It decreases the activity of the immune system by blocking white blood cells (WBC) from attacking the body cells. It reduces the release of chemicals that cause inflammation. It causes constriction of blood vessels decreasing the access of cells to the site of injury. This effect helps in reducing swelling, pain and discomfort.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste

  • Upset stomach

  • Stomach irritation

  • Vomiting

  • Headache

  • Dizziness

  • Insomnia

  • Restlessness

  • Depression

  • Gum irritation

What if I have taken an overdose of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste

Please do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste may include thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medicines you are taking, including dietary or nutritional supplements. Inform your doctor if you have any serious illness or infection. This medicine weakens your immune system making you more prone to infections. So, keep a distance from people who are sick or have infections, especially chickenpox and measles. These conditions are life-threatening in people taking steroid medication. Check with your doctor before taking vaccinations, as they may not work in people taking this medicine. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not take Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste more often or for a longer time than your doctor prescribed. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, other skin infections or have undergone surgery. Inform your doctor if you develop any skin infection during treatment with this medicine.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TriamcinoloneMifepristone
Critical
TriamcinoloneDesmopressin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TriamcinoloneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Using Mifepristone with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm can significantly reduce the effects of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with Mifepristone is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any unusual symptoms contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Co-administration of desmopressin together with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm may increase the risk of hyponatremia (a condition associated with low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with Desmopressin is not recommended, but it should be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, headache, tiredness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, , decreased urination and loss of appetite(less desire to eat), contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneNorfloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Coadministration of Norfloxacin with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm can increase the risk or severity of tendinitis (inflammation of the tendons attached to the muscle and bones).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Norfloxacin with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience Stiff joints or difficulty moving your joints, joint pains, Swelling, or skin discoloration, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneMoxifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Combining Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with Moxifloxacin can increase the risk of tendinitis(a condition in which the tissue connecting muscle to bone becomes inflamed) and tendon rupture(injuries to the soft tissues that connect muscles and joints).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with Moxifloxacin can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation of a tendon area such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, or biceps, consult a doctor. Exercise and using the impacted area should both be avoided. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinolonePosaconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Taking posaconazole and Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm can raise the levels of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm in the blood and increase its effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Posaconazole and Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience swelling, weakness, depression, easy bruising, thinning skin, menstruation abnormalities, or excessive face or body hair growth. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with ceritinib may increase the blood levels of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm and ceritinib, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, menstrual irregularities, or excessive growth of facial or body hair. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneThalidomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Taking thalidomide together with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between thalidomide and Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneVoriconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
When Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm is taken with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with Voriconazole together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you have any of these symptoms - headache, feeling sick, trouble seeing, sensitivity to light, or ringing in your ears - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneOfloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
The use of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm together with ofloxacin may raise the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm. If you have other cardiac disorders, or electrolyte imbalances, you may be more at risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Ofloxacin and Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm interact, they can be used if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm:
Co-administration of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm with atazanavir can increase the blood levels of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste 10 gm and atazanavir, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience swelling, weight gain, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, and excessive growth of facial or body hair. Do not any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil and coconut oil.

  • Contact with any person who has chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis should be avoided as it might cause you the same infection as Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste makes your body prone to infections.

  • Option for food and drinks high in Omega 3 fatty acid to get relief from pain, swelling and inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acid-enriched foods include flaxseeds, walnut, soybean oil, salmon and tuna fish if you prefer non-veg.

  • Prefer whole foods and grains instead of processed ones. Limiting starch may also help decrease inflammation.

  • Avoid intake of processed foods high in sugar and fat, as these may cause inflammation.

  • Limit salt intake and prefer herbs or spices like garlic, ginger and turmeric, a natural anti-inflammatory.

  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it can affect your stomach and intestine and limit the absorption of the important nutrients required by your body.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste as it may increase adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste should be used in pregnant women. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will recommend this medicine only if the benefits overweigh the potential risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste passes in breast milk. Hence, inform your doctor if you are a nursing or breastfeeding mother. Your doctor will prescribe this medicine only if the benefits overweigh the potential risks.

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Driving

Caution

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste may cause dizziness. So, do not drive, operate heavy machinery or refrain from activities that require you to stay alert.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease before taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste should be used in children only if clinically needed and prescribed by the paediatrician. However, long-term or frequent use should be avoided as this medicine may cause growth delays in children.

FAQs

Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste is used to treat Inflammatory and allergic conditions and Mouth sores.
Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste works by blocking the release of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. It also narrows the blood vessels at the affected area, decreasing the permeability of cells (including white blood cells) into the affected site.
Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste weakens your immune system and increases the risk of getting infections. So, make sure you stay away from people who are sick or have infections, especially chickenpox and measles. These conditions are life-threatening in people taking steroids such as Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste.
Do not abruptly stop taking Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste as you might develop withdrawal symptoms. Consult your doctor, and your doctor may advise you to lower the dose gradually before completely stopping the medication.
Prolonged use of Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste may worsen your health condition. So, Mucogrity-T 0.1% Mint Flavour Paste should not be used for the long-term unless prescribed by your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

C-1007,SIDDHIVINAYAK TOWER B/H DCP OFFICE,NEXT TO KATARIA HOUSE,MAK ARABA AHMEDABAD Gujarat 380051
Other Info - MUC0181

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