Question 1

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 2

side effect of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

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 3

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 4

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.

Question 5

what are side effects of azmacort (triamcinolone)?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

can azmacort (triamcinolone) cause urinary hesitatation?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: I have seen this side effect with anticholinergic drugs like ipratropium and tiotropium (atriovent and spiriva) but not with azmacort (triamcinolone).

Question 7

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 8

what is triamcinolone acetonide cream used for?

Accepted Answer

Topical steroid: This medication is a topical steroid, these are used for inflammatory rashes of the skin. They reduce inflammation and itch. For example psoriasis, or eczema.

Question 9

why would a doctor choose qvar instead of azmacort (triamcinolone) to help control asthna?

Accepted Answer

No specific reason: Most likely a personal choice. Both are equally good.

Question 10

what happens if triamcinolone acetonide is left in temperatures below what is recommended? is it still usable?

Accepted Answer

Possibly not: If medication subjected to temperatures above or below limits listed in posted information, effectiveness may be dramatically reduced.  Talk to your physician about obtaining replacement.

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