Kenacort 4 mg Nicholas Piramal
| Features | |
| Also known as | Triamcinolone |
| Blood pressure | Can increase blood pressure due to water and sodium retention |
| Chemical name | 9-Fluoro-11ОІ,16О±,17,21-tetrahydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione cyclic 16,17-acetal with acetone |
| Dosage (medical) | Depends on the condition being treated, usually 2.5 mg to 40 mg injected into the joint space or muscle |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable as it is not legally used for performance enhancement |
| Effects | Reduces inflammation, suppresses the immune response |
| Formula | C24H31FO6 |
| Half-life | 2 to 3 days in intra-articular space |
| Hepatotoxicity | Low risk |
| Lab Test | Can be detected in drug tests for banned substances |
| Main action | Anti-inflammatory |
| Side effects | Increased risk of infection, joint pain, possible joint infection, allergic reactions, adrenal suppression |
| Storage conditions | Store at controlled room temperature, protect from light |
| Strength | 4 mg |
| Substance class | Corticosteroid |
| Trade name | Kenalog, Aristospan |
| Use in sports | Banned by most sports organizations due to its potent anti-inflammatory effects |
| Water Retention | No significant effect on water retention |
| Manufacturer | Nicholas Piramal |