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triamcinolone acetonide

The acetonide salt form of triamcinolone, a synthetic glucocorticosteroid with immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory activity. Triamcinolone acetonide binds to specific cytosolic glucocorticoid receptors and subsequently interacts with glucocorticoid receptor response element on DNA and alters gene expression. This results in an induction of the synthesis of certain anti-inflammatory proteins while inhibiting the synthesis of certain inflammatory mediators. Consequently, an overall reduction in chronic inflammation and autoimmune reactions are accomplished.
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Synonym:ReadySharp triamcinolone
US brand name:AllerNaze
Aristocort A
Kenalog
Nasacort
Chemical structure:9-alpha-fluoro-11-beta,21-dihydroxy-16-alpha-isopropylidenedioxy-1,4-pregnadiene,3,20-dione
NSC code:21916
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