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Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Tricort 4 mg Tablet is 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 contains Triamcinolone, which 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 cells' access to the site of injury. This effect helps reduce swelling, pain, and discomfort. It may cause certain common side effects such as upset stomach, stomach irritation, vomiting, headache, dizziness, insomnia, restlessness, skin rash, vision problems, and weight gain.

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Synonym :

TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Composition :

TRIAMCINOLONE-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cadila Healthcare Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Tricort 4 mg Tablet

Tricort 4 mg Tablet is 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.

Tricort 4 mg Tablet contains ‘triamcinolone’, 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 cells' access to the site of injury. This effect helps reduce swelling, pain, and discomfort.

Tricort 4 mg Tablet should be taken as advised by your doctor. Your doctor will decide on the dose of the medicine based on your health condition. Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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.

Tricort 4 mg Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Do not take Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet

Treatment of Inflammatory and allergic conditions

Directions for Use

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.

Medicinal Benefits

Tricort 4 mg Tablet contains ‘triamcinolone’, 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 reduce swelling, pain, and discomfort.

How Tricort 4 mg Tablet Works

Tricort 4 mg Tablet contains ‘triamcinolone’, 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 cells' access to the site of injury. This effect helps reduce swelling, pain, and discomfort.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tricort 4 mg Tablet

  • Upset stomach
  • Stomach irritation
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Insomnia
  • Restlessness
  • Depression

What if I have taken an overdose of Tricort 4 mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Tricort 4 mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Using Mifepristone with Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's can significantly reduce the effects of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of desmopressin together with Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's may increase the risk of hyponatremia (a condition associated with low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Norfloxacin with Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Combining Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking posaconazole and Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's can raise the levels of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's in the blood and increase its effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Posaconazole and Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's with ceritinib may increase the blood levels of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Taking thalidomide together with Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's may increase the risk of blood clots and other complications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between thalidomide and Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's, 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
When Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's is taken with Voriconazole may significantly increase the blood levels of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
The use of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's with atazanavir can increase the blood levels of Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Tricort 4 mg Tablet 10's 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 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 the same infection, as Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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, walnuts, 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, such as foods high in sugar and fat, as these may cause inflammation.
  • Limit salt intake and prefer herbs or spices like garlic, ginger, and turmeric, which are natural anti-inflammatory agents.
  • 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet as it may increase adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known whether Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 outweigh the potential risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 outweigh the potential risks.

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Driving

Caution

Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet . Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

Before taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet , tell your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease. Based on your condition, your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative.

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Children

Caution

Tricort 4 mg Tablet should be used in children only if clinically needed and prescribed by the paediatrician. Long-term or frequent use should be avoided, as this medicine may cause growth delays in children.

FAQs

Tricort 4 mg Tablet is 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.
Tricort 4 mg Tablet reduces pain, swelling and inflammation associated with various conditions. It 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.
Tricort 4 mg Tablet weakens your immune system and increases your risk of infection. 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet .
Do not abruptly stop taking Tricort 4 mg Tablet 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 Tricort 4 mg Tablet may worsen your health condition. So, Tricort 4 mg Tablet should not be used for long-term unless prescribed by your doctor.
Tricort 4 mg Tablet may cause growth delay in children, especially with long-term or frequent use. So, it should be used only if clinically needed and prescribed by the child's doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.
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