Key facts about Triamcinolone Acetonide
What dosages is Triamcinolone Acetonide available in?
Triamcinolone Acetonide is available as 40 mg/mL injectable suspension in a single-dose vial.
What is Triamcinolone Acetonide used for?
Triamcinolone Acetonide is a corticosteroid indicated for the treatment of macular edema associated with uveitis.
How does Triamcinolone Acetonide work?
Triamcinolone Acetonide is an injectable corticosteroid. It works by lowering the chemicals in your body that cause swelling and inflammation. It’s used to treat certain conditions of the eye that involves swelling, redness, or fluid buildup. This medication is injected into the eye by your provider.
How do I take Triamcinolone Acetonide?
The recommended dosage is 4 mg (0.1 mL) administered as a suprachoroidal injection.
Is it safe for me to take Triamcinolone Acetonide?
Triamcinolone Acetonide is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- Ocular or periocular infections
- Hypersensitivity to triamcinolone or any component of this product
Triamcinolone Acetonide Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Triamcinolone Acetonide:
- Eye pain
Triamcinolone Acetonide Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Triamcinolone Acetonide.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Triamcinolone Acetonide
- There are no major drug interactions listed for Triamcinolone Acetonide. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking
Who makes Triamcinolone Acetonide?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Triamcinolone Acetonide safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Triamcinolone Acetonide will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while taking Triamcinolone Acetonide.













