Question 1

any bad side effects to azmacort (triamcinolone)?

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Mild side effects: When used properly and in recommended dosages the side effects of Azmacort (triamcinolone) are minimal.  Compared to placebo,  there is a higher occurrence of sore throat.  This can best be avoided by rinsing the mouth and throat after use.  Oral candidiasis (yeast infection in mouth) can occur if you do not rinse mouth after each use. These side effects are mild and easily controlled.

Question 2

what are side effects of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

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Side effect: Most common side effects are dry mouth, dry throat, hoarseness, 
oral candidiasis, cough, facial edema.

Question 3

side effect of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

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Azmacort (triamcinolone).: Hoarseness, dry mouth and throat, wheezing, cough, oral candidiasis, and facial edema. These side effects are uncommon but rinse your mouth out after using the product.

Question 4

duration of effects of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

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Mild side effects: When Azmacort (triamcinolone) is used for treatment of asthma in the recommended dosage of 2 inhalations 3 to 4 times/day, the breathing capacity increases over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.  Continued use after that maintains breathing capacity.  The half life of Azmacort (triamcinolone) is 88 minutes meaning that half the drug is metabolized every 88 minutes.  The effect on breathing lasts if medication used on regular basis.

Question 5

i hv been given triamcinolone acetonide inj due to atopic eczema.hw long does inj stays in the blood n has effects? wt is very safe time gaps btw inj

Accepted Answer

Unsafe: This should be reserved for emergency and not as maintenance. Its effect may last for about a week. 
The most important step is applying moisturizer within 3 minutes after bathing on a regular basis plus topical steroid or something like protopic. You need to consult an allergist if you have one in your area since there are many other much safer treatment options.

Question 6

alternative to azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

Others: Today there are more than a dozen alternatives to asthmacort.  Some of the newer drugs are more potent and some may have less side effects. Ask your doctor about other inhaled steroids.

Question 7

can azmacort (triamcinolone) cause hesitancy?

Accepted Answer

Triamcinolone: may cause increased urination but I was unable to find any sources that listed urinary hesitance as a side effet.

Question 8

azmacort (triamcinolone) and albuterol uses?

Accepted Answer

Asthma and COPD: These drugs are the mainstay in treating asthma but also can be used in copd, bronchiectasis, exercise induced asthma and chronic bronchitis.

Question 9

does azmacort (triamcinolone) cause mucous?

Accepted Answer

Yes as asthma improv: When Azmacort (triamcinolone) is used for treatment of asthma in the recommended dosage of 2 inhalations 3 to 4 times/day, the breathing capacity increases over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.  Continued use after that maintains breathing capacity.  As the airways dilate and become less inflamed, mucous can more easily be coughed out.  Chest congestion will clear usually over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.

Question 10

will azmacort (triamcinolone) cause mucous?

Accepted Answer

Yes as asthma improv: As asthma improves and the airways dilate and become less inflamed, mucous and bronchial secretions can be more easily coughed out. Continued use after that maintains breathing capacity.   Chest congestion will clear usually over a period of 3 to 6 weeks.  It is best to use the medication 3 to 4 times/day until secretions clear and reduce dose thereafter to maintain breathing capacity.

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