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

Generic Name - Triamcinolone

Category - Anti-inflammatory drug

Indications

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

Generic for Triderm Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Triderm 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 Triderm should not be taken by patients who have medical problem related to :

Cataracts
Glaucome-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 Triderm. 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 Triderm Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericTriderm
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Triderm for allergies is 8-12 mg/day.

Generic for Triderm Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Triderm side Effects include burning or itching of the skin, dark red spots on the skin, infection and painful, red, pus-filled blisters in hair follicles.

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 Triderm.

Generic for Triderm and Pregnancy

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

Generic for Triderm and Breastfeeding

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

Generic for Triderm and Pediatric

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

Generic for Triderm and Geriatric

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

Note

The above information about Generic Triderm 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.