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Triam-Forte Side Effects

Generic name: triamcinolone

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 30, 2023.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Triam-Forte Side Effects associated with triamcinolone. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Triam-Forte.

Applies to triamcinolone: injection powder for suspension extended release, injection suspension.

Serious side effects of Triam-Forte

Along with its needed effects, triamcinolone (the active ingredient contained in Triam-Forte) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking triamcinolone:

More common

  • aggression
  • agitation
  • anxiety
  • blurred vision
  • decrease in the amount of urine
  • dizziness
  • fast, slow, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  • headache
  • irritability
  • mental depression
  • mood changes
  • nervousness
  • noisy, rattling breathing
  • numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
  • pounding in the ears
  • shortness of breath
  • swelling of the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs
  • trouble thinking, speaking, or walking
  • troubled breathing at rest
  • weight gain

Incidence not known

  • abdominal cramping and/or burning (severe)
  • abdominal pain
  • backache
  • bloody, black, or tarry stools
  • cough or hoarseness
  • darkening of skin
  • decreased vision
  • diarrhea
  • dry mouth
  • eye pain
  • eye tearing
  • facial hair growth in females
  • fainting
  • fatigue
  • fever or chills
  • flushed, dry skin
  • fractures
  • fruit-like breath odor
  • full or round face, neck, or trunk
  • heartburn and/or indigestion (severe and continuous)
  • increased hunger
  • increased thirst
  • increased urination
  • loss of appetite
  • loss of sexual desire or ability
  • lower back or side pain
  • menstrual irregularities
  • muscle pain or tenderness
  • muscle wasting or weakness
  • nausea
  • pain in back, ribs, arms, or legs
  • painful or difficult urination
  • skin rash
  • sleeplessness
  • sweating
  • trouble healing
  • trouble sleeping
  • unexplained weight loss
  • unusual tiredness or weakness
  • vision changes
  • vomiting
  • vomiting of material that looks like coffee grounds

Other side effects of Triam-Forte

Some side effects of triamcinolone may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

  • blemishes on the skin
  • bruising
  • dry, scaly skin
  • feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
  • full or bloated feeling
  • increased appetite
  • increased hair growth on the face, forehead, back, arms, and legs
  • large, flat, blue, or purplish patches in the skin
  • pimples
  • pitting or depression of the skin at the injection site
  • reddish purple lines on the arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin
  • redness of the skin
  • redness, swelling, tenderness, or pain at the injection site
  • sensation of spinning
  • small, red, or purple spots on the skin
  • thin, fragile, or shiny skin
  • thinning of the scalp hair

For healthcare professionals

Applies to triamcinolone: compounding powder, inhalation aerosol, inhalation aerosol with adapter, injectable kit, injectable suspension, intra-articular powder for injection extended release, intra-articular suspension, oral tablet.

General

The most commonly occurring adverse effects following local administration have included injection site reaction, headache, and arthralgia. Since systemic absorption may occasionally occur with intra-articular or other local administration, patients may experience adverse effects associated with corticosteroid therapy.[Ref]

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References

1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

2. (2017) "Product Information. Zilretta (triamcinolone)." Flexion Therapeutics, Inc

3. "Product Information. Aristospan Injection (triamcinolone)." Fujisawa

4. Burge S (2001) "Should inhaled corticosteroids be used in the long term treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease?" Drugs, 61, p. 1535-44

5. Israel E, Banerjee TR, Fitzmaurice GM, Kotlov TV, LaHive K, LeBoff MS (2001) "Effects of inhaled glucocorticoids on bone density in premenopausal women." N Engl J Med, 345, p. 941-7

6. Moshfeghi DM, Lowder CY, Roth DB, Kaiser PK (2002) "Retinal and choroidal vascular occlusion after posterior sub-tenon triamcinolone injection." Am J Ophthalmol, 134, p. 132-4

Frequently asked questions

Further information

Triam-Forte side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.