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Retilone Benefits & Uses

Retilone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Retilone Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Rheumatic Disorder Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.6 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Retilone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Retilone is used -

Severe

Electrolyte imbalance
Increased risk of infection
Muscle disorders
Increased blood pressure
Increased Glucose level in the blood

Moderate

Skin Thinning
Bone degradation
Altered bone growth
Skin scar
Behavioural Changes
Cataract
Hypertension

Retilone Related Warnings

Is the use of Retilone safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Retilone. It is best to stop taking Retilone immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Retilone safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Retilone on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Retilone will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Retilone on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Retilone. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Retilone on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Retilone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Retilone on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Retilone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Retilone with Other Drugs

Retilone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Bupropion

Leflunomide

Moderate

Adalimumab

Moxifloxacin

Retilone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Retilone unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Osteoporosis
Infections
Tuberculosis (TB)
High Lipoprotein
Hypothyroidism
Heart Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Retilone

Is this Retilone habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Retilone has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Retilone since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Retilone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Retilone for mental disorders.

No

Retilone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Retilone

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Retilone with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Retilone

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Retilone with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Retilone

Question over 5 years ago

Does Retilone cause hair loss?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Retilone doesn't cause hair loss. Infact, it is used for the management of Alopecia areata (an auto-immune disorder that causes unpredictable hair loss).

Question about 6 years ago

What is Retilone?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Retilone is a brand name for triamcinolone. It is a corticosteroid which is available in the form of topical preparations, injections, oral paste, and a nasal inhalation. It is used for the management of dryness, scaling, inflammation, and crusting of the skin caused by conditions like psoriasis (dry scaly patches on the body) and eczema (dry, itchy, red, and scaly rashes). It is also used for managing inflammatory conditions like certain types of arthritis, allergic reactions, gout, and skin diseases, mouth sores, bronchial asthma, and allergic rhinitis.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Retilone cause allergy?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

The allergic reaction to Retilone is rare, however, it might develop. It might cause a rash, itching, swelling of the mouth, throat, lips, and tongue, dizziness and difficulty in breathing. Please speak to your doctor immediately when you develop an allergic reaction.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Retilone be used for the treatment of ringworm?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

No, Retilone should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. Do not apply it on your wound unless specified by your doctor. Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It forms around itchy and scaly patch on the skin. It is important to wash the affected area with soap and clean water frequently. One may apply apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, coconut oil, turmeric, aloe vera, oregano oil, lemongrass oil, and powdered licorice on the lesion.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Retilone useful in treating ulcers?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

High potency Retilone oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Retilone dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.