Triamcinolone User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• ste...
• November 8, 2014

Triamcinolone for Rheumatoid Arthritis "With the first shot, I could touch my toes, but it only lasted seven days. I am on the second shot and it has been ten days, and it's still working. I wake up at 5 every morning feeling refreshed. I look forward to my shot."

• Elo...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 18, 2019

Triamcinolone for Alopecia "I have been on monthly injections for over four years. At one point, I recovered 90% of my hair back, only to lose my hair once again. Injections have since stopped, as it just was no longer working. I am now trying the acid treatment on my scalp as a final attempt. It could be very frustrating, yet only causes stress when people make it a point to remind you your hair is falling out."

• Tom...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 2, 2022

Triamcinolone for Gouty Arthritis "This is the worst treatment I have ever received. I have had mild hypertension over the years and actually had high pressure the day I received the shot for gout. The gout pain went away within hours, however, 2 days after I had an anxiety attack (which I thought was a heart attack) and ended up in the ER. I have had anxiety attacks at night, sleeplessness, heart palpitations, irregular heartbeat, fatigue, and dizziness. After about 3 1/2 weeks, the side effects have started to go away. If I could give this a 0 review, I would. I do not recommend."

• JE2...
• August 24, 2014

Triamcinolone for Psoriasis "My dermatologist gives me tiny injections under the skin on each plaque. My hands can get really bad. Usually by the next day or two, they are gone. It lasts quite a while. I also get injections of Kenalog plus a numbing agent for severe muscle spasms from fibromyalgia. The pain management doctor injects the muscles where the spasms are. By the next day, I'm 90% better. Usually, I only have to get these a few times a year. So Kenalog works really well for me."

• gai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 1, 2018

Triamcinolone for Allergic Rhinitis "I lost my sense of smell several years ago due to chronic sinusitis. In March 2017, I had a shot of Kenalog in my right hip, resulting in the restoration of my sense of smell. It was wonderful, but short-lived. The shot lasted 3 months, and my ENT will only give it once a year due to the chance of necrosis. I had my 2nd shot in mid-April (almost 2 weeks ago), and unfortunately, my sense of smell did not return. Hoping that it will come back again."

• BFH...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 7, 2021

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "I have been getting Zilretta injections in both knees for about 18 months. The early injections were lasting 11-12 weeks, now I get about 8 weeks of relief starting about the second day after the injection. I now schedule my injections almost exactly 12 weeks apart. I wish I could get them every 8 weeks and not have to deal with the pain for 4 weeks waiting for the next injection. I am 43 and need both knees replaced. It stinks, but I am holding off as long as I can. I have seen no side effects of Zilretta."

• Mim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 19, 2023

Triamcinolone for Bursitis "I have crow's feet tendonitis, and this med was bad. It didn’t help with my condition at all. I suddenly have hot flashes, insomnia, heart palpitations, chest pain, and dizziness. I also had hallucinations that I had fleas and scratched myself in the days after. It has affected my vision and speech."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 10, 2021

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "Works great for my arthritis pain, but the side effects are not worth it. I've been getting injections for years for arthritis in various body parts. Every time I get the injection, I don't have a period for 3 months, and then BAM, I get hit with a period that is extremely heavy and lasts for 3 weeks. Also, I was not informed that this injection could make the skin at the injection site very thin after getting multiple shots. I covered a scratch in one such spot with a bandaid, when I removed it, all of the skin under the bandaid came off with it. Huge scar, very painful, skin is still somewhat thin in that spot even years after stopping the injection."

• Joh...
• August 28, 2021

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "I had an injection of Zilretta 3 years ago for arthritis in my right knee, and so far I still am not experiencing pain. They tried cortisone, and it didn’t work. I don’t know if three months is an estimate on how long it works, but I’m going on 4 years, and so far I am pain-free."

• Ton...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 24, 2020

Triamcinolone for Psoriasis "My menstruation is totally out of control while on Kenalog injections (for psoriasis). It’s heavy as last 7-10 days vs 4-5 light days when I’m not on Kenalog. I was on it for a 6-month period, having injections every 4 weeks. 'Til I couldn’t take the heavy cycle and my hemoglobin dropped to 7. Last month, I got back on the Kenalog because the psoriasis was so bad and inflamed. Now, the second set of injections this month, my cycle is heavy already. Not sure what to do. I’m very disappointed."

• Lif...
• January 21, 2010

Triamcinolone for Dermatitis "My quality of life before my dermatologist gave me this drug was horrible! I was teased as a child, my skin was so ugly, and I was told that I looked like the Exorcist and Elephant Man combined. I went through 15 years of, supposedly, the best doctors on the East Coast until this wonderful man of a dermatologist introduced me to the wonder drug! Kenalog has made me extremely happy with the results I've seen!"

• Sop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2020

Triamcinolone for Alopecia "I noticed a small bald spot on my head in late March of this year. Within a month, there were 3 more, and by May, I was diagnosed with alopecia areata. I was prescribed clobetasol and minoxidil topicals—which I used religiously twice a day for 6 weeks with no progress. Began Kenalog-10 injections in July, every 2 weeks, and by the third session, I have regrowth!! No side effects, really minimally uncomfortable and definitely worth it to see those bare areas filling in!! I’ve now completed 4 sessions, and the doctor is quite pleased and we’re going to once a month going forward. Fingers crossed!"

• Rel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 11, 2020

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "Had Kenalog-40 injections in the shoulder, knees, and base of thumb joints. No side effects. Was able to get a full night's sleep finally. Experienced aching only when there’s a weather change. Too bad it doesn’t last longer."

• DJA...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 14, 2020

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "Second injection relieved knee pain but not as good as the first. The good results were less pain, more flexibility, and less swelling. The noticed side effects after the second shot were like an allergic reaction with moderate congestion, slight cough. My reaction immediately after receiving the injection was more noticeable than the first with flu-like feelings for a few days. All in all, the pain relief has been good, but I am not sure about a third injection. It may be time to fix the problem rather than treat the symptoms."

• Kat...
• November 3, 2020

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "Zilretta was a total disaster. I haven’t walked for a month. Felt sick within an hour after receiving Zilretta. I only hope this lasts the length of the drug and doesn’t permanently damage my knees. This was no miracle. I’m a thousand times worse than I was."

• Sta...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 1, 2019

Triamcinolone for Lupus "Best drug ever! I only wish it lasted longer. I get 80 mg every 3 months in alternating butt cheeks. Takes about 24 hours, then wow, I'm suddenly able to move again. Not total pain loss, of course, but much, much better. No side effects. I have severe joint pain all over, so this is a miracle drug for me! At about 2 1/2 months, pain starts to creep back in. I wish I could get it monthly, but Dr. says it really should be every 4 months but is willing to give it to me every 3 months. I highly recommend!"

• Anonymous
• June 25, 2023

Triamcinolone for Asthma "I had hay fever with extreme itchy eyes while in New Zealand. The doctor gave me a 40 mg shot of Kenacort. Within a couple of days, my symptoms cleared, and for 2 years, I was allergy-free of any hay fever or asthma (that included both in the US and NZ through their spring seasons). I repeated another injection, which lasted close to 2 years. I will be asking my doctor in the US to give me an injection this coming spring. It sure beats nose sprays, inhalers, eye drops, and getting a bloody nose from steroid nose sprays. I had no side effects from the injection either time, except feeling quite good the first 24 hours. And even better when all my symptoms went away."

• mim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 27, 2023

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "The second injection in the shoulder had completely different results. No shoulder pain, but it increases intercostal muscle pain, back pain, abdomen pain, and leg spasticity from multiple sclerosis. The doctor was unaware of these documented potential side effects and offered no help. Bad doctor, worse drug."

• JC0...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• August 17, 2024

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "I have been getting Kenalog injections for years. I’ve had them in my shoulders, cervical spine, lumbar spine, knees, and even my toe. I have experienced everything from a few weeks of relief to my more normal 3-4 months of relief. I have never experienced any side effects except temporary soreness at the point of the injection. Everyone’s body reacts differently to treatments, but I have had very good luck with the injections and will continue to get them as needed. I hope your experience with Kenalog is as good as mine."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2020

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "I had a shot of this medication in my knee, and I have had severe leg cramps. When I asked the doctor about how long the side effects were going to last, he said 3 to 4 days. At this point, I can hardly walk. I definitely would not recommend this drug. Additionally, I believe cortisone is better than this stuff. Good night cramps are unbearable. I drink a lot of water to stay hydrated."

• DKC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 3, 2020

Triamcinolone for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I had a shoulder injection for chronic pain. The next day, I went into horrible AFib, which lasted 10 days. Two days after the injection, I developed severe headaches with pain behind my left eye. Then, I got so fatigued and could not do anything. I'm still feeling bad 11 days after the injection. My doctor said these are all side effects of Kenalog. I would have refused the injection if I had known of these side effects. I have had other injections for lower back, etc., and never had this reaction."

• Kit...
• June 29, 2020

Triamcinolone for Dermatitis "I would never recommend Kenalog. Went to doctor with chemical burns, and doctor gave me extended-release Kenalog injection after prednisone. I broke out in hives and welts. I had horrible, intensely frightening thoughts, anxiety, and depression for 18 months. Every day was a nightmare."

• Pka...
• July 16, 2021

Triamcinolone for Osteoarthritis "Got first Zilretta yesterday. No pain relief yesterday. Woke up today with almost no pain. So far, best pain relief ever. My pain usually 4-7 scale, but today maybe 1 after doing errands and walking 3 stores. Praying it works for a few months."

• Jas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2021

Triamcinolone for Rheumatoid Arthritis "I'm a 24-year-old female and have had RA since I was 8 years old. I had an 80 mg IM injection in December, and within 24 hours, my face was red and burning. 5 months later, I am still suffering the horrible side effects of this. I constantly have hot flushes, nausea, irregular menstrual cycles, and unwanted hair growth. I have no idea if and when these symptoms will subside and completely regret taking it. With regard to my joint inflammation, it has eased the pain, but I still have residual swelling. My fatigue has also worsened since the injection."

• Anonymous
• May 18, 2009

For Psoriasis "It was amazing. I've had a large, full body breakout of psoriasis for about a month now. This was due to the fact that four previous physicians could not figure out what it was. I went to a dermatologist, he gave me triamcinolone, and it made my skin look so much better in a matter of days."