Triroid 10 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis. Other than this, Triroid 10 mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Triroid 10 mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Triroid 10 mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Triroid 10 mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Triroid 10 mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Triroid 10 mg Injection related warnings talks about Triroid 10 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Triroid 10 mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Triroid 10 mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Triroid 10 mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Triroid 10 mg Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Triroid 10 mg Injection 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
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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Is the use of Triroid 10 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Triroid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Triroid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Triroid 10 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Triroid for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Triroid 10 mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Triroid can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Triroid 10 mg Injection on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Triroid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Triroid 10 mg Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Triroid. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Triroid 10 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Triroid 10 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Triroid 10 mg Injection 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 Triroid 10 mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Triroid 10 mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Triroid 10 mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Triroid 10 mg Injection
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Triroid 10 mg Injection, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Triroid 10 mg Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Triroid 10 mg Injection with alcohol will be.
Yes, in recent years, triamcinolone acetonide injections have been in use for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration. These injections are used as an add-on therapy with photodynamic therapy in order to reduce the sessions of the latter. Age-related macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the central straight vision which is indispensable for activities like sewing, reading, and driving. It affects the macula, a region which allows us to see the fine details. Gradually, it decreases the vision.
Triroid 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.
High potency Triroid oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Triroid dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.
No, Triroid is a topical corticosteroid so it should not be used on the face. Harmful skin effects can occur by applying Triroid 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.
No, Triroid 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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