Triamcinolone (Intraocular)

Triamcinolone suprachoroidal injection is used to treat macular edema linked to uveitis (which includes redness, pain, or swelling of the eye). Macular edema is swelling in the back of the eye and can lead to vision loss.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

Your eye doctor will want to check how you're doing at regular visits, especially in the first few days after you get this medicine, to ensure it is working correctly and to look for any side effects.

Serious eye issues (for example, cataracts, glaucoma, detached retina, eye infection or swelling) may happen after getting this medicine. Contact your eye doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your vision or if your eye becomes red, sensitive to light, or painful. Also, inform your doctor if you feel increased pressure in your eye.

This medicine may lead to endocrine problems (for example, HPA axis suppression, Cushing syndrome, high blood sugar). These issues may arise if you use this medicine for a long time or if you stop using it suddenly. Discuss any concerns you have with your doctor.

In deciding to use a medicine, you need to think about the risks and benefits. This is a choice you will make with your doctor. For this medicine, consider the following:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also inform your healthcare professional about any other allergies you have, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

There have not been suitable studies on how age affects the use of triamcinolone suprachoroidal injection in children. Safety and effectiveness have not been proven.

Geriatric

Studies done so far have not shown any specific problems in elderly patients that would limit the use of triamcinolone suprachoroidal injection.

Breast Feeding

There are no sufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this medicine while breastfeeding. Consider the potential benefits and risks before using this medication during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Some medicines should not be used together at all, while in other cases, two different medicines can be used together even if there may be an interaction. In such cases, your doctor may need to adjust the dose or take other precautions. When you are receiving this medicine, it is especially important for your healthcare professional to know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions are based on their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Desmopressin
• Rotavirus Vaccine, Live

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be necessary in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may adjust the dose or frequency of one or both medicines.

• Aldesleukin
• Aspirin
• Atazanavir
• Balofloxacin
• Bemiparin
• Besifloxacin
• Ceritinib
• Ciprofloxacin
• Cobicistat
• Darunavir
• Enoxacin
• Fleroxacin
• Flumequine
• Gatifloxacin
• Gemifloxacin
• Levofloxacin
• Lomefloxacin
• Lutetium Lu 177 Dotatate
• Macimorelin
• Moxifloxacin
• Nadifloxacin
• Nadroparin
• Nirmatrelvir
• Norfloxacin
• Ofloxacin
• Pazufloxacin
• Pefloxacin
• Prulifloxacin
• Ritonavir
• Rufloxacin
• Sargramostim
• Somatrogon-ghla
• Sparfloxacin
• Tosufloxacin

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may increase the risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may adjust the dose or frequency of one or both medicines.

• Alcuronium
• Atracurium
• Auranofin
• Fosphenytoin
• Gallamine
• Hexafluorenium
• Licorice
• Metocurine
• Phenytoin
• Primidone
• Saiboku-To

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Some medicines should not be used at or around mealtime or with certain foods because interactions may happen. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also lead to interactions. Talk with your healthcare professional about using your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

Having other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure to inform your doctor if you have any other medical issues, especially:

• Fungal eye infection or
• Active herpes infection of the eye or
• Mycobacterial eye infection or
• Vaccinia (smallpox) eye infection or
• Varicella (chickenpox) eye infection—This medicine should not be used in patients with these conditions.

• History of herpes infection of the eye or
• Thyroid problems (e.g., overactive or underactive thyroid)—Use with caution. May worsen these conditions.

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Blindness
• blurred vision
• change in vision
• eye pain
• increased pressure in the eye
• loss of vision
• seeing flashes or sparks of light
• seeing floating spots before the eyes, or a veil or curtain appearing across part of vision

Less common

• Bloody eye
• change in color vision
• difficulty seeing at night
• drooping upper eyelids
• increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
• painful irritation of the clear front part of the eye
• swelling or redness of the eye or inside of the eyelids
• tearing

Incidence not known

• Backache
• darkening of the skin
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• facial hair growth in females
• fainting
• flushed, dry skin
• fractures
• fruit-like breath odor
• full or round face, neck, or trunk
• increased hunger
• increased thirst or urination
• irritability
• loss of appetite
• loss of sexual desire or ability
• menstrual irregularities
• mental depression
• muscle wasting
• nausea
• sweating
• trouble breathing
• unexplained weight loss
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• vomiting

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Headache

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In the U.S.

• Xipere

Available Dosage Forms:

• Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Endocrine-Metabolic Agent

Pharmacologic Class: Triamcinolone

Your eye doctor (ophthalmologist) will give you this medicine in a hospital or clinic. It is given as a shot into the eye.