Definition

A man-made hormone used to reduce inflammation and treat various allergic and respiratory conditions.

Example

The doctor prescribed triamcinolone to help manage my asthma symptoms.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of triamcinolone?

Yeah, I think it's used for allergies, right?

Exactly! I read it can help with skin issues too.

That makes sense; my friend uses it for her asthma.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Triamcinolone is formed from the prefix 'tri-' (meaning three), 'amino' (from the Greek 'aminon', meaning nitrogen-containing compound), and 'cortico-' (from Latin 'cortex', meaning bark, referring to the outer layer of the adrenal gland) combined with the suffix '-lone' (indicating a ketone or steroid). The word refers to a synthetic corticosteroid that has three components related to its chemical structure and function.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tri-' meaning three, which helps you remember that triamcinolone is a compound with three key components in its structure.

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