Kenalog 10 for Injection contains the active ingredient triamcinolone acetonide, which is a synthetic corticosteroid. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including allergies, arthritis, hormonal disorders, skin problems, and certain types of cancer. Specifically, it may be used to help reduce inflammation and swelling in the body, relieve pain, and suppress the immune system. It may also be used for diagnostic purposes in certain medical procedures. It is only available through a prescription and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider.
Kenalog 10 Injection (triamcinolone acetonide) is a steroid injected into the joint space to treat inflammation of the joints or tendons to treat arthritis, bursitis, or epicondylitis (tennis elbow). Kenalog 10 is usually given in these conditions as a short-term treatment of a severe or aggravated episode.
Benefits of Kenalog 10 mg for Injection
- Provides relief from severe, chronic or acute inflammation without long-term changes to physiological systems
- Can be used to objectively evaluate individual responses to intra-articular injections
- Fast-acting and effective treatment for allergies, rashes, eczema, hives and psoriasis
- An ideal option when traditional oral medications are not tolerated
- Ibuprofen and other pain relief medications do not need to be used simultaneously for effective pain relief
- Reduced risk of side effects when compared to other anti-inflammatory drugs
- Provides relief from severe joint or musculoskeletal pain
- Can help improve mobility and range of motion
- Reduction of stiffness in joint pain and muscle pain
- Corticosteroid formulation with minimal risk of systemic absorption
Brand: Bristol Myers Squibb
Size: 5 mL
NDC: 00003-0494-20
UPC: 300030494207
Kenalog 10 (Triamcinolone Acetonide) is a powerful corticosteroid usually administered to treat a variety of medical conditions, including asthma, skin inflammation, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, and certain eye conditions. Kenalog 10 mg is available for injection in a 5 ml multi-dose vial, commonly prescribed for intramuscular injection. Common side effects of Kenalog 10 mg include swelling, redness, irritation, or burning at the site of the injection. As with all medications, it is important to follow the instructions of your doctor carefully and to speak to a doctor about any side effects you may experience. Kenalog 10 mg should be administered carefully and should only be used on the advice of a physician.
