Dosage and Administration: Intramuscular or subcutaneous: Dogs and Cats: The dose is a single injection of 0.05 mg to 0.1 mg triamcinolone acetonide per pound of body weight in inflammatory or allergic disorders and 0.1 mg per pound of body weight in dermatologic disorders.Dec 2, 2021
Can you use triamcinolone on cats?
Triamcinolone is a highly effective anti-inflammatory for dogs and cats exhibiting fewer sodium-retaining effects while providing comparable anti-inflammatory effects as older corticosteroids. Only for use in dogs and cats. Not for use in pregnant animals.
What are the side effects of triamcinolone acetonide injection?
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
- allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue.
- black, tarry stools.
- changes in emotions or moods.
- eye pain.
- increased blood pressure.
- increased joint pain and swelling at site where injected.
What does triamcinolone injection treat?
Triamcinolone injection is used to treat inflammation (swelling), allergic reactions, certain types of arthritis, gout, skin diseases, and many other medical problems. It is given to patients who are not able to take medicines by the mouth. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).
How quickly do steroids work in cats?
about 1 to 2 hours This medication will take effect quickly, in about 1 to 2 hours, and improvement in clinical signs should follow.
Can cats be allergic to steroids?
Food allergy testing is recommended when the clinical signs have been present for several months, when the cat has a poor response to steroids, or when a very young cat itches without other apparent causes of allergy.
How often can a cat get a convenia shot?
Convenia is used to treat infections caused by certain specific bacteria (see the SPC for further details). It is generally given as a single injection, and the effect of the injection lasts for up to 14 days. Depending on the infection concerned, the injection can be repeated if necessary (up to three times).
How long does it take for triamcinolone injection to work?
Studies indicate that following a single intramuscular dose of 60 mg to 100 mg of triamcinolone acetonide, adrenal suppression occurs within 24 to 48 hours and then gradually returns to normal, usually in 30 to 40 days.