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Retilone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Retilone has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Retilone is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Retilone side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Retilone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Retilone is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Retilone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Retilone related warnings section.
Retilone can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Retilone in conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Retilone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Retilone with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Retilone is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Retilone is used to treat the following -
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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Retilone is used -
Severe
Moderate
Is the use of Retilone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Retilone. It is best to stop taking Retilone immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Retilone safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Retilone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Retilone will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Retilone on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Retilone. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Retilone on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Retilone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Retilone on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Retilone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Retilone 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 Retilone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Retilone habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Retilone has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Retilone since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Retilone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Retilone for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Retilone
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Retilone with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Retilone
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Retilone with alcohol.
No, Retilone doesn't cause hair loss. Infact, it is used for the management of Alopecia areata (an auto-immune disorder that causes unpredictable hair loss).
Retilone 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, Retilone can be used for the cystic acne, if prescribed by a doctor. Acne is usually treated by the use of intralesional (injected under the skin surface) injections. Acne can greatly reduce the quality of life of a person. It can be prevented or reduced by washing the face regularly, removing the blackheads, using a sunblock that doesn't clog the pores, keeping the hair clean and dandruff free, drinking lots of water, eating raw, vegan or nutritionally dense diet, minimising the consumption of fizzy drinks and caffeine, keeping stress levels under control, doing some kind of a physical activity and ensuring adequate sleep.
Yes, Retilone is used for the treatment of scabies. Scabies is a parasitic infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is diagnosed by either finding out the mite, its ova or its excreta. This often leads to a lot of itching and a rash. Scabies can be prevented by treating everyone in the house at the same time because scabies may take several weeks to present as a manifestation. It is also important to avoid prolonged skin to skin contact. The laundry should be done in hot water and it should be dried at the hottest temperature setting so that the mite gets killed. Unwashable items should be put in a bag and the bag should be closed tightly. In due course of time, the mites will die a natural death and the bag articles can be used again. It is also critical that the bath and hand towels are not shared with each other. Lastly, it is important to comply with the treatment completely.
Yes, it is safe to use Retilone 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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