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triamcinolone

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[trahy-am-sin-uh-lohn] / ˌtraɪ æmˈsɪn əˌloʊn /

noun

Pharmacology.
  1. a synthetic glucocorticoid drug, C 21 H 27 FO 6 , used in the symptomatic treatment of inflammation.


Etymology

Origin of triamcinolone

1955–60; triamcin- (of unexplained derivation) + (prednis)olone

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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

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

WF: Who within Sky knew that you were having the triamcinolone injections?

From The Guardian Sep. 30, 2016

Earlier this week, some experts said that, while they would not prescribe triamcinolone to an athlete for allergies, it would have little or no performance-enhancing effect.

From BBC Sep. 23, 2016

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