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Triamcinolone is an active ingredient in the Corticosteroid group. This active ingredient is indicated for use in many different diseases with the trade name Notenxic. So, Notenxic is indicated in what pathology and what should be noted during the treatment?
1. What is Notenxic?
Notenxic medicine 4mg is a product of US Pharma USA Co., Ltd., prepared in the form of tablets for oral use. The main ingredient in Notenxic is Triamcinolone acetonide, so it is used in the treatment of bone and joint conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and inflammatory arthritis. condylar process or systemic atopic dermatitis and some inflammatory reactions after dental surgery.
2. Indications of the drug Notenxic
Notenxic medicine 4mg is indicated for use in the following cases:
Osteoarthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis in general, bursitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, inflammatory arthritis convex apex; Systemic dermatomyositis; Pemphigus, Steven Johnson syndrome, severe psoriasis, angioedema, keloids, lichen planus; Hamman-Rich syndrome; In addition, Notenxic is also used in combination with diuretics in the treatment of congestive heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver and ascites; Inflammatory response after oral surgery.
3. Dosage of the drug Notenxic
Notenxic 4mg tablets are for oral use only with the recommended adult dosage ranging from 4 to 48 mg/day, equivalent to 1 to 12 Notenxic 4mg tablets, depending on the specific medical condition. However, doses above 32mg/day are rarely prescribed by doctors.
Specific dosages in some diseases are as follows:
Allergic conditions: It is recommended to use 8-16mg/day, equivalent to 2 to 4 4mg Notenxic tablets. With this dose can control the disease within 24 - 48 hours; Rheumatoid arthritis: The recommended initial dose is 8-16 mg/day, used for 2-7 days, then can be maintained at 2-16 mg/day; Severe seasonal allergic rhinitis: The recommended initial dose is 8-12 mg/day (approximately 2-3 Notenxic 4mg tablets). Then maintain with low dose of about 2-6 mg/day; Systemic lupus erythematosus: The initial dose is about 20-30 mg/day, then switch to a maintenance dose of 3-30 mg/day. For children, the dose of Notenxic based on weight is about 0.12 mg/kg/day (or 3.3 mg/m2 of skin area) orally once or divided into small doses. Notenxic is also used in the treatment of cancer (such as acute leukemia) with an initial oral dose of about 1-2 mg/kg/day, then based on the patient's response to adjust the dose accordingly.
Note: The above dosage is for reference only. The specific dose of Notenxic will vary and depend on the condition and progress of each patient. To get the right dose, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional before starting to use Notenxic.
In case of overdose and there are urgent signs of poisoning, the patient should immediately contact the Emergency Center 115 or quickly go to the nearest local health center for treatment.
In case of forgetting to take a dose of Notenxic once, the patient should add the dose as soon as he remembers. However, if the interval between the next dose is too short, skip the missed dose and continue with your normal Notenxic dosing schedule, do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
4. Side effects of the drug Notenxic 4mg
Adverse effects (ADRs) when using Notenxic 4mg that you may experience include:
Triamcinolone topical can cause bone necrosis, tendon perforation, skin atrophy or redness after injection; For systemic use, Notenxic may cause hypersensitivity in allergic individuals, facial flushing or some other unusual reactions. Patients should inform their doctor about unwanted side effects when using Notenxic.
5. Some notes when taking Notenxic 4mg
Before using any preparation, including Notenxic, the patient should carefully read the instructions for use and consult a doctor. Special attention should be paid to cases of contraindications to using Notenxic 4mg as follows:
Hypersensitivity to Triamcinolone or other components of Notenxic drug; Systemic fungal infections; Viral infection; TB infection; Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (contraindicated with the intramuscular form). Patients should be cautious with the use of Notenxic in the following conditions:
Active or latent gastric ulcer; Ulcerative colitis; Hypertension, congestive heart failure; Risk of thromboembolism or thrombophlebitis; CKD; Convulsions, seizures; Diabetes ; Hypothyroidism; Infections resistant to antibiotics; Pregnant and lactating women should use Notenxic with caution.
6. Notenxic drug interactions
Drug interactions that may affect how Notenxic and concurrent products work or increase the risk of side effects. To avoid this problem, patients should tell their doctor or pharmacist a list of all medications and supplements they are taking. At the same time, during the use of Notenxic, the patient should not self-add or increase or decrease the dose of any drug without the guidance of the doctor.
Notenxic drug has the active ingredient Triamcinolone acetonide as the main active ingredient. The drug is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis and many inflammatory and allergic diseases. To ensure effective use and avoid side effects, patients need to take the drug according to the prescription or consult a doctor, a specialist pharmacist.
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