Drug info
Triamcinolone (Inhalation)
David Cohen, M.D.Published 2 January 20053 min read
Key points
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to triamcinolone.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- This medicine is not to be used during an asthma attack.
Triamcinolone (By Breathing)
Triamcinolone (trye-am-SIN-oh-lone)
Prevents asthma attacks.
Brand Name(s):
Azmacort
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to triamcinolone. This medicine is not to be used during an asthma attack.
How to Use This Medicine:
Aerosol
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- You will use this medicine with an inhaler that was designed especially for Azmacortreg;. This inhaler has a large tube on the mouthpiece that serves as a spacer. The Azmacortreg; inhaler turns the medicine into a gentle mist that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. Your caregiver will show you how to use your inhaler.
- This medicine comes with patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions about how to use the inhaler.
- Shake the inhaler well just before each use.
- Rinse your mouth out with water after inhaling this medicine.
- Carefully follow the patient instructions about cleaning and caring for your inhaler.
If a dose is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
- Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Do not keep this medicine inside a car where it could be exposed to extreme heat or cold. Do not poke holes in the canister or throw it into a fire, even if the canister is empty.
- Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Written and revised by
David Cohen, M.D.
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