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Why is kenalog 40 so hard to get today for allergies I'm 53 yrs. old and up until the mid 1980's was able to get Kenalog 40 injections with no problems whatsoever for hayfever. I only needed 1&1/2 CC's in the spring to get me through the worst of it. Todays younger doctors won't prescribe it for me and ... by Gary in Tucson, AZ., 04/29/2006

Missed period after Kenalog-40 injection I had a Kenalog-40 injection on Friday January 13th 2006. In my right sholder do to bursitis. I am on no other meds. My period was do to start on the 12th so I was 1 day late or my 29th cycle day. It has been a week and I have not started. Urine pregn... by Norma Cohol in Hubbard, Ohio, 01/19/2006

kenalog 40 and liver damage Can kenalog 40 injections cause liver damage that can become fatal. by s. mcphie in New York, 10/01/2006

Length of Kenalog injection dose When receiving an injection for Kenalog, how long does the dosage stay in your system. The side effects experienced have been restlesness, anxiety and mood changes....somewhat depressed. Please let me know as soon as you can. Thank you. Jeanette E. Sm... by Jeanette Smith in Nashville, TN, 01/07/2006

Kenalog 40mg/ inj. for sciotic nerve pain Hello, I have been having a lot of pain in my rt. buttock area and pain running down into my rt foot. I have my right foot going numb. I went to a Dr. who gave me an injection of 40mg. of Kenalog in the rt. buttock.  The pain has gotten better bu... by Carl ODell in St Robert, Mo, 05/20/2008

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Kenalog-40 (Injection) Drug and Prescription Information

Kenalog-40 (Injection)

Kenalog-40 (Injection) Medication Classification

TRIAMCINOLONE (Injection)

Kenalog-40 (Injection) Brandname

Kenalog-10, Kenalog-40, Triam-Forte, Triamcot, Aristocort Forte, Clinacort, Aristocort, Aristospan

Kenalog-40 (Injection) is used for the Treatment

Triamcinolone (trye-am-SIN-oh-lone) Treats inflammation, certain types of arthritis, and many other medical problems. Belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

When To Not Use Kenalog-40 (Injection)

D o not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to triamcinolone. You should not use triamcinolone if you have a fungal infection.

How Should You Use Kenalog-40 (Injection)

Injectable

  • Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
  • This medicine may be given into the buttocks, upper arm, thigh, or other large muscle. This is called an IM, or intramuscular (in-tra-MUSS-cue-lar) injection.
  • This medicine may be given into a joint such as a knee or shoulder. This is called an intraarticular (in-tra-are-TIC-you-lar) injection.
    • If a dose is missed:
  • This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor for instructions.

Proper Kenalog-40 (Injection) Storage

Store Kenalog-40 (Injection) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Kenalog-40 (Injection) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Kenalog-40 (Injection)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking insulin, diuretics (water pills), phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin®), rifampin, Coumadin®, or estrogen.
  • Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines (such as flu shots).

Kenalog-40 (Injection) Warnings

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Before using triamcinolone, let your doctor know if you have liver or thyroid problems, diabetes, cataracts, glaucoma, or herpes simplex that affects your eyes.
  • Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, nose, mouth, or on your skin.
  • It may be easier for you to get an infection while you are receiving triamcinolone. Avoid crowded places or being near people who are sick.
  • If you are exposed to chickenpox or measles, tell your doctor right away.
  • Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are taking triamcinolone.

Kenalog-40 (Injection) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Black or tarry stools
  • Muscle weakness or cramps
  • Unexplained fever, sore throat
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Fluid retention, weight gain
  • Restlessness, anxiety, mood changes
  • Sweating
  • Redness of the face
  • Easy bruising, small purple spots on your skin
  • Thinning skin, acne
  • Increased hair growth
  • Irregular menstrual periods