Triamcinolone Acetonide USP
Composition : Triamcinolone Acetonide USP 40mg/1ml (IM) Injection.
Indications: Trialon is
indicated for alleviating the joint pain,
swelling and stiffness associated with
rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthrosis
with an inflammatory component, also for
bursitis, epicondylitis and tenosynovitis.
Dosage & administration :The dose of
Trialon is dependent on the size of the
joint to be treated and on the severity of
the condition. Doses of 2.5-5mg (0.0625-
0.1250ml) for smaller joint and 5-15mg
(0.125-0.375ml) for larger joints usually
alleviate the symptoms. Trialon 40mg/ml
is available to facilitate administration of
larger doses. Or, as directed by the
registered physician.
Pregnancy and lactation : Pregnancy
Category-C. As with all drugs,
Triamcinolone should only be prescribed
when the benefits to the mother and
child outweigh the risks. Corticosteroids
may pass into breast milk, although no
data are available for Triamcinolone.
Packing : Trialon Injection (IM) : 1 x 3's vials.