Triesence Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- TRIESENCE
- QTY 1
- 40 MG/ML
- VIAL
- - Near Shenandoah, Texas 77381

TRIAMCINOLONE (trye am SIN oh lone) reduces swelling in the eye. It works by decreasing inflammation in the eye. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.

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What is this medication?
How should I use this medication?

This medication is injected into the eye. It is given in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Metyrapone
-Vaccines or toxoids
This medication may interact with the following:
-Amphotericin B
-Antibiotics like clarithromycin, erythromycin, and troleandomycin
-Aspirin and aspirin-like drugs
-Barbiturates like phenobarbital
-Carbamazepine
-Certain medications for fungal infections, like itraconazole or ketoconazole
-Cholestyramine
-Cholinesterase inhibitors like donepezil, galantamine, neostigmine, physostigmine, pyridostigmine, rivastigmine, and tacrine
-Cyclosporine
-Digoxin
-Diuretics
-Female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
-Isoniazid
-Medications for diabetes
-NSAIDs, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-Phenytoin
-Rifampin
-Warfarin

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medication?
What if I miss a dose?
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Cushing syndrome—increased fat around the midsection, upper back, neck, or face, pink or purple stretch marks on the skin, thinning, fragile skin that easily bruises, unexpected hair growth
-High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)—increased thirst or amount of urine, unusual weakness or fatigue, blurry vision
-Increase in blood pressure
-Infection—fever, chills, cough, sore throat, wounds that don't heal, pain or trouble when passing urine, general feeling of discomfort or being unwell
-Low adrenal gland function—nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness
-Mood and behavior changes—anxiety, nervousness, confusion, hallucinations, irritability, hostility, thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
-New or worsening eye pain, redness, irritation, or discharge
-Stomach bleeding—bloody or black, tar-like stools, vomiting blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds
-Sudden eye pain or change in vision such as blurry vision, seeing halos around lights, vision loss
-Swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Blurry vision
-Headache
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medication?

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.