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Tess 0.1 % Paste
Manufactured byTROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsTriamcinolone
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Description
Tess 0.1 % Paste is a steroid medicine used to relieve symptoms such as swelling and pain. It is used in the treatment of stomatitis, a condition characterized by redness, swelling, and painful sores inside the mouth. Tess 0.1 % Paste works by blocking prostaglandins (certain chemicals responsible for pain and inflammation).
Tess 0.1 % Paste may cause side effects like redness or itching around the mouth, dryness of mouth, bitter taste, etc. Consult your doctor if these effects disturb you or persist for a longer duration. Avoid applying this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Tess 0.1 % Paste is a prescription medicine, and the dose and duration will be decided by your doctor. Apply a small amount of Tess 0.1 % Paste using a cotton swab or clean and dry finger on the affected area at bedtime or as suggested by your physician.
Tess 0.1 % Paste is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to stay away from infected or sick people while taking this medicine as it can reduce your immune response. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before you start using Tess 0.1 % Paste.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tess 0.1 % Paste
Redness or itching around the mouth
Dry mouth
Fruity odor of breath
Uses of Tess 0.1 % Paste
What is it prescribed for?
Stomatitis
Stomatitis also (mouth ulcer) is a common condition that occurs in most people. It is a condition where there is inflammation of the mucous membrane in the mouth. Tess 0.1 % Paste is used in the treatment of stomatitis which is characterized by redness, swelling, and painful sores inside the mouth.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Tess 0.1 % Paste to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Tess 0.1 % Paste remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been reported for Tess 0.1 % Paste.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Tess 0.1 % Paste use should be limited for pregnant women as it is not mostly prescribed due to the occurrence of side effects. This medicine is used only if it is really necessary and given on doctors advice only.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Use of Tess 0.1 % Paste is usually preferred in nursing mothers only upon your doctor's recommendation. The infant should be observed for any undesirable effects while using this medicine.
Allergy
Do not use Tess 0.1 % Paste if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical help if you experience moderate to severe allergic reactions like redness, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Tess 0.1 % Paste use should be limited for pregnant women as it is not mostly prescribed due to the occurrence of side effects. This medicine is used only if it is really necessary and given on doctors advice only.
Breast-feeding
Use of Tess 0.1 % Paste is usually preferred in nursing mothers only upon your doctor's recommendation. The infant should be observed for any undesirable effects while using this medicine.
General warnings
Use in children
Tess 0.1 % Paste should be considered in children only under a doctor's supervision as it may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, careful monitoring of symptoms concerning growth parameters is necessary.
Oral use only
Tess 0.1 % Paste is recommended for use only through oral route. Therefore, it should not be used for an ophthalmic or dermatological purpose.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Tess 0.1 % Paste you can use it as soon as you remember.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Tess 0.1 % Paste.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Tess 0.1 % Paste is used in relieving pain associated with mouth sores. Take Tess 0.1 % Paste exactly as instructed by your doctor.
Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Contact your doctor for reassessment if the symptoms do not improve in 2 weeks. Complete the entire course of treatment for best results.
Tess 0.1 % Paste is an oral paste. Hence avoid its use in any other parts of your body. In case of accidental use, contact your doctor immediately.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Tess 0.1 % Paste reduces the pain sensation by blocking prostaglandins and leukotrienes (certain chemicals that cause pain) in the body. Thus, this medicine provides relief from pain and swelling.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical Corticosteroids
Schedule
Schedule H
Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 31 March 2021].
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Triamcinolone. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 31 March 2021].
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Answer from Dr. Hiral Shah
Kindly consult for better evaluation
Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jan 2022
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