Triamcinolone nasal Uses, Side Effects & Warnings (2024)

FAQs

Triamcinolone nasal Uses, Side Effects & Warnings? ›

This medicine may increase your risk of having some unwanted effects in the nose. Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have bloody mucus, sores inside the nose, unexplained nosebleeds, or a whistling sound when you breathe while you are using this medicine.

Triamcinolone is used to prevent and treat seasonal and year-round allergy symptoms (such as stuffy/runny nose, itchy eyes/nose/throat, sneezing). Triamcinolone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the nasal passages.

Adults and teenagers—Two sprays in each nostril once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed. Each spray contains 55 micrograms (mcg) of triamcinolone. Children 6 to 12 years of age—One spray in each nostril once a day.

Before taking triamcinolone,

tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver, kidney, intestinal, or heart disease; diabetes; an underactive thyroid gland; high blood pressure; mental illness; myasthenia gravis; osteoporosis; herpes eye infection; seizures; tuberculosis (TB); or ulcers.

If you have an eye infection, glaucoma, or cataracts, talk to your healthcare provider before starting Nasacort (triamcinolone acetonide). This medication can cause or worsen these eye conditions.

This medicine may increase your risk of having some unwanted effects in the nose. Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have bloody mucus, sores inside the nose, unexplained nosebleeds, or a whistling sound when you breathe while you are using this medicine.

The combination of nasal wash and nasal steroid sprays can be highly effective for many patients with nasal and sinus problems. Several steroid nasal sprays are available and include: Flonase^®, Veramyst^® (fluticasone) Nasacort AQ^®, Nasacort^® (triamcinolone)

Intranasal steroid sprays are safe for long-term use, and there is little evidence to indicate they cause significant systemic side effects. However, patients with chronic rhinitis who might use them for long periods should be advised to use them only intermittently and at the lowest dose that controls their symptoms.

Flonase contains fluticasone and Nasacort contains triamcinolone; these are both glucocorticoid corticosteroids that help to relieve congestion, sneezing, postnasal drip, and other allergy symptoms, including eye symptoms.

If too much triamcinolone builds up in your body, you might experience more serious side effects, such as joint pain, blood sugar changes, or fainting. Speak with your provider if you have any side effects while you're using triamcinolone.

What are the complications of triamcinolone? ›

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

Covering the skin that is treated with triamcinolone topical can increase the amount of the drug your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions. Avoid using this medication on your face, near your eyes, or on body areas where you have skin folds or thin skin.

This medicine may increase your risk for high blood pressure, edema, and electrolyte imbalances. Check with your doctor right away of you have blurred vision, dizziness, nervousness, headache, pounding in the ears, slow or fast heartbeat, or swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs.

The bottom line

Common examples include Flonase, Nasacort, and Astepro. They're safe for both adults and children to use every day. Just be sure to follow the recommended dosage. Let your provider know if you need to use these nasal sprays long-term.

Nasal corticosteroid sprays are safe for all adults. Some types are safe for children (age 2 and older). Pregnant women can safely use corticosteroid sprays. Your provider will recommend which ones have the best safety record in pregnancy.

Of the different types of allergy nasal sprays, saline nasal spray is known to cause the fewest side effects because it does not contain any medication.

TRIAMCINOLONE (trye am SIN oh lone) treats allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and runny or stuffy nose. It works by decreasing inflammation in your nose, making it easier to breathe. It belongs to a group of medications called nasal steroids.

Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water. If you or your child are using the spray form on or near the face, protect your nose to avoid breathing it in and make sure that your eyes are covered.

The skin around the face and eyes is very thin and more at risk for side effects. Up to 7% of a steroid cream can be absorbed into your bloodstream from the face and up to 30% if applied to the eyelids or genital region.