How often can you have a Kenalog injection?

In the treatment of acute exacerbations of multiple sclerosis, daily doses of 160 mg of triamcinolone for a week followed by 64 mg every other day for one month are recommended (see PRECAUTIONS: Neuro-Psychiatric).

What happens if you inject too much Kenalog?

Using too much Kenalog-40 is not likely to cause serious problems. However, long term use of high doses can lead to thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

How long does an injection of Kenalog last?

The unique issue with a Kenalog injection that differentiates it from oral steroids is that once the injection is administered the effects last for at least 3 weeks. With tablets the effects are gone within about 24 hours or less.

How long does it take for Kenalog injection to work?

Most research concludes that steroid injections take between 3-5 days to work. However to be on the safe side we would normally encourage patients to have their injection ideally 7-10 days week before their event. This gives the maximum chance that the steroid will achieve maximum benefits.

How long does kenalog 40 mg injection last?

Kenalog injection is given by injection into the muscle of the buttock in situations where a lasting corticosteroid effect is needed. The triamcinolone is slowly absorbed into the bloodstream from this area, so one injection produces an effect for about three weeks.

How long does kenalog 40 take 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.

Does kenalog help asthma?

Kenalog injection is for the treatment of various inflammatory and/or allergic disorders. These include asthma, seasonal allergies, arthritis, blood disorders, hormone problems, rheumatic fever, problems with kidneys, lungs or skin.

What is kenalog 10 injection used for?

Kenalog 10 Injection is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Rheumatic or Arthritic Disorders, Dermatoses, Inflammatory and Allergic Systemic Conditions and Multiple Sclerosis. Kenalog 10 Injection may be used alone or with other medications.

How long does it take Kenalog 40 to work?

Is cortisone and Kenalog the same thing?

Doctors use these drugs to treat inflammation (swelling) caused by injury and illness. Sometimes cortisone shots are called corticosteroid shots. Commonly used cortisone variants include Kenalog® (tramcinolone) Depo-Medrol® (methylprednisolone), and Celestone® (Betamethasone).

What is kenalog 80 mg?

This medication is used in a variety of conditions such as allergic disorders, arthritis, gout, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, collagen and skin diseases.

Is 80 mg of kenalog too much?

For adults, doses up to 10 mg for smaller areas and up to 40 mg for larger areas have usually been sufficient. Single injections into several joints, up to a total of 80 mg, have been given.