triamcinolone
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of triamcinolone
1955–60; triamcin- (of unexplained derivation) + (prednis)olone
Example Sentences
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Over-the-counter intranasal steroids like fluticasone and triamcinolone can help alleviate sniffling and congestion; eyedrops can wash away irritants and treat symptoms like itchy, red, watery eyes.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 17, 2022
Ms. Kipyokei’s suspension was announced at the same time as that of Betty Wilson Lempus, who is accused of doping with triamcinolone acetonide before a race in Paris.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 15, 2022
The report also said Team Sky used the anti-inflammatory drug triamcinolone to prepare Britain's most decorated Olympian for the Tour de France, which Wiggins won in 2012.
From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2022
If that were ever proved to be true, and triamcinolone was administered to Wiggins at that time, it would amount to an anti-doping rule violation.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 4, 2018
It has also been revealed that Wiggins, who suffers from asthma, applied for three TUEs for the substance triamcinolone acetonide between 2011 and 2013.
From Reuters ● Jan. 24, 2017
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