Generic for Aristocort for Skin problems, Allergic reactions - Drug Information

Generic Name - Triamcinolone

Category - Anti-Inflammatory

Indications

Skin problems, Allergic reactions
Generic Aristocort is indicated for use to help relieve redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of many skin problems. Triamcinolone (Generic Aristocort)is used to replace a natural hormone called adrenal glands, when enough of it is not made in the body.

Generic for Aristocort Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Aristocort is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Aristocort should not be taken by patients who have medical problem related to :

Cataracts
Glaucoma-corticosteroids
Diabetes mellitus
Infection or sores at the place of treatment
Tuberculosis-corticosteroids
Skin conditions that cause thinning of skin

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Aristocort.It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Antiinflammatory drugs
Aspirin
Barbiturate medicines
Bosentan
Female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills
Heart medicines,medicines for diabetes
Phenytoin
Rifampin
Toxoids and vaccines
Water pills.

Generic for Aristocort Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAristocort
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Aristocort for inflammation is 2 to 60 milligrams (mg) a day, as a single dose or divided into several doses.

Generic for Aristocort Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Aristocort side Effects include bloody or black, tarry stools, confusion, excitement, restlessness, a false sense of well-being, eye pain, decreased or blurred vision, or bulging eyes, fever, sore throat, sneezing, cough, or other signs of infection, frequent passing of urine, increased thirst, irregular heartbeat, menstrual problems, mental depression and vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Aristocort.

Generic for Aristocort and Pregnancy

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Aristocort in pregnant women have not been established.

Generic for Aristocort and Breastfeeding

Generic Aristocort is not reported to cause problems in nursing babies when used properly. However, Generic Aristocort should not be applied to the breasts before nursing.

Generic for Aristocort and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Aristocort in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Aristocort and Geriatric

Considering that the skin of older adults may be naturally thin, use of Generic Aristocort is more likely to cause certain side effects. Talk to your doctor and seek medical advice.

Note

The above information about Generic Aristocort serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment.Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.