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Tosti, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis. Tosti also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tosti. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Tosti have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tosti are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Tosti is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Tosti's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Tosti is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Tosti have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Tosti with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Tosti is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Tosti is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Tosti safe for pregnant women?
Tosti may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Tosti, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Tosti safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Tosti in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Tosti on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tosti. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Tosti on the Liver?
Tosti may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Tosti on the Heart?
Tosti can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Tosti should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tosti unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tosti habit forming or addictive?
Tosti is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Tosti since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tosti only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Tosti is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tosti
There is no information on the effects of taking Tosti with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tosti
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Tosti with alcohol will be.
Tosti is a brand name for triamcinolone. It is a corticosteroid which is available in the form of topical preparations, injections, oral paste, and a nasal inhalation. It is used for the management of dryness, scaling, inflammation, and crusting of the skin caused by conditions like psoriasis (dry scaly patches on the body) and eczema (dry, itchy, red, and scaly rashes). It is also used for managing inflammatory conditions like certain types of arthritis, allergic reactions, gout, and skin diseases, mouth sores, bronchial asthma, and allergic rhinitis.
Yes, it is safe to use Tosti for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not take less or more of it as per your own will. Do not discontinue just because you want to as it might lead to disease relapse.
No, Tosti is a topical corticosteroid so it should not be used on the face. Harmful skin effects can occur by applying Tosti on a face like periorificial dermatitis (rash around the mouth), atrophy(degeneration of cells), and telangiectasia (tiny blood vessels causing thread-like pattern on the skin). The more potent a steroid, the more serious these adverse reactions.
Tosti is available in multiple dosage forms like topical cream, ointment, lotion, injectibles, nasal inhalation aerosol, and oral paste. You should take it exactly as per the recommendations of your doctor. Do not use it for the ailments not prescribed by your doctor.
No, Tosti should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. Do not apply it on your wound unless specified by your doctor. Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It forms around itchy and scaly patch on the skin. It is important to wash the affected area with soap and clean water frequently. One may apply apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, coconut oil, turmeric, aloe vera, oregano oil, lemongrass oil, and powdered licorice on the lesion.
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