Allergies - Flonase
Generic Name:
fluticasone nasal (flew TIH kah sone)
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What is Flonase? |
If you are one of the many people suffering from seasonal year round allergies, Flonase might be the perfect way to find relief. Flonase is a prescription anti-inflammatory nasal spray that can be used to relieve the symptoms of seasonal and year round allergies.
Flonase works to reduce the inflammation that causes congestion, sneezing, itchy and runny noses. Flonase can provide 24-hour relief and curb multiple nasal symptoms simultaneously. Flonase is non-habit forming and will not cause drowsiness or sleepiness like many similar over the counter products.
Flonase can be used by children as young as 4 years old to treat their seasonal or year round allergy symptoms. For best results Flonase needs to be used on a daily basis. In as little as 12 hours Flonase can begin to relieve your allergy symptoms and in just few days maximum relief from your symptoms can be achieved.
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What should you Know? |
Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Too much may cause serious side effects.
Use fluticasone nasal on a regular basis for best results. It may take several weeks to get the maximum effect of this medication.
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Before Using |
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind. The absorption of this drug into your system can inhibit your body's ability to fight off infections. You may not be able to use fluticasone nasal if you have an infection.
Fluticasone is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether fluticasone nasal will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether fluticasone passes into breast milk. Do not use fluticasone nasal without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Fluticasone nasal is not approved for use by children younger than 4 years of age. |
Directions |
Use fluticasone nasal spray exactly as directed by your doctor. Read the information insert included with your medication. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
To use the nasal spray:
· Shake the bottle gently and then remove the dust cover.
· It is necessary to prime the pump into the air the first time it is used, or when you have not used it for a week or more. To prime the pump, hold the bottle with the nasal applicator pointing away from you and with your forefinger and middle finger on either side of the nasal applicator and your thumb underneath the bottle. Press down and release the pump three to four times until a fine spray appears. The pump is now ready to use.
· Blow your nose to clear your nostrils.
· Close one nostril. Tilt your head forward slightly and, keeping the bottle upright, carefully insert the nasal applicator into the other nostril.
· Start to breathe in through your nose, and while breathing in press firmly down once on the applicator to release the spray. Use your forefinger and middle finger to spray while supporting the base of the bottle with your thumb. Breathe gently inwards through the nostril. Breathe out through your mouth.
· If a second spray is required in that nostril, repeat the above steps.
· Repeat the above steps in the other nostril.
· Wipe the nasal applicator with a clean tissue and replace the dust cover.
· Do not use this bottle for more than 120 sprays even though the bottle is not completely empty.
Clean the nasal spray at least once a week. Remove the dust cover and then gently pull upwards to free the nasal applicator. Wash the applicator and dust cover under warm tap water. If the nasal applicator becomes blocked, let it soak in warm water. Do not try to unblock the nasal applicator by inserting a pin or other sharp object. Allow the pieces to dry at room temperature, then place the applicator and dust cover back on the bottle.
Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you. Never use more than two sprays in each nostril (200 mcg) per day. It may take a few weeks to see the effects of fluticasone nasal. Talk to your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse
Store fluticasone nasal at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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What happens if I miss a dose?
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| Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication. |
Cautions |
Serious side effects from fluticasone nasal are not likely to occur. Stop using fluticasone nasal and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use fluticasone nasal and talk to your doctor if you experience
· stinging or burning of the nose;
· sneezing after application;
· yeast infection in the nose or throat (white patches);
· bleeding nose;
· perforated septum (inside left of nose);
· increased pressure in the eyes, glaucoma, or tearing of the eyes;
· headache or lightheadedness;
· nausea;
· cough;
· asthma symptoms;
· nasal stuffiness or a runny nose; or
· unpleasant (or loss of) taste or smell.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
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