Tricort

Prescription Intralesional Corticosteroid

Triamcinolone Acetonide Injection

Manufacturer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals

Description

Tricort is Cadila's branded triamcinolone acetonide injection — an alternative to Kenacort widely used in Indian dermatology clinics. Available in 10mg/mL concentration which is preferred dilution for facial and sensitive area injections.

Active Compounds

Triamcinolone Acetonide

Active ingredient — depot corticosteroid

Concentration: 10mg/mL

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Indications

  • Keloid and hypertrophic scars
  • Alopecia areata
  • Cystic acne
  • Localised psoriasis
  • Lichen planus

Dosage

Inject 0.1–0.5mL per site intralesionally. May be diluted with saline for larger areas. Repeat every 4–6 weeks.

Formulations

Injectable suspension

Full Ingredient List

  • Triamcinolone Acetonide
  • Sodium Chloride
  • Benzyl Alcohol
  • Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium
  • Polysorbate 80
  • Water for Injection

Side Effects

  • Local skin atrophy
  • Hypopigmentation
  • Telangiectasia
  • Injection site pain
  • Menstrual irregularities (if large doses)

Warnings

  • Dilute to 2.5–5mg/mL for facial use
  • Avoid in infected skin
  • Risk of dermal atrophy with superficial injection
  • Hypopigmentation risk in Indian skin tones
  • Do not inject more than 20mg total per session

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