Tricort 40 Injection
Manufacturer
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Triamcinolone (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tricort 40 Injection is a steroid used to treat a wide variety of medical conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatic disorders by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation and suppressing the immune system.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Tricort 40 Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Get the injection regularly at the same time each day to get maximum benefits from it. It is important to keep using the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop. This medicine may cause a few side effects such as infection, headache, joint pain, or injection site reaction. Talk to your doctor if you are worried about side effects or they do not go away. This medicine may make you more susceptible to viral infections, so you should stay away from people who have these infections. In general, you should try to avoid situations that make your symptoms worse (things like pollen and dust mites) and it is best not to smoke. Before starting to use Tricort 40 Injection you should let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you use this medicine for a long time, your doctor may want to carry out certain medical tests to check your progress.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Tricort 40 Injection is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Quick Tips
Tricort 40 Injection helps treat inflammation Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. It is injected into the muscles under the supervision of a doctor. Tricort 40 Injection can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Tricort 40 Injection. Inform your doctor if this bothers you. Do not stop taking Tricort 40 Injection suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
