What is "triamcinolone"

n. A certain synthetic corticosteroid.

n. a synthetic corticosteroid (trade names Aristocort or Aristopak or Kenalog) used as an anti-inflammatory agent [syn: Aristocort, Aristopak, Kenalog]

Triamcinolone is a long-acting synthetic corticosteroid given orally, by injection, by inhalation, or as a topical ointment or cream.