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Nasacort
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This is a nasal steroid that
works directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and
inflammation. It is used to treat nasal itching, runny
nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing
associated with allergic rhinitis.
Important Note:
The following information is
intended to supplement, not substitute for, the
expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or
other healthcare professional. It should not be
construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using Nasacort.
Uses:
This is a nasal steroid that works
directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and
inflammation. It is used to treat nasal itching, runny
nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing
associated with allergic rhinitis.
How To Use:
To get the most benefit from
Nasacort, make sure you understand how to use the nasal
spray properly. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to
demonstrate the correct way to use a nasal spray. Shake
well before using. The medication must reach the nasal
tissue to be effective. Therefore, blow your nose to
clear the nasal passage before using the medication. If
passages are blocked, a nasal decongestant may be used
first (for a maximum of 3 to 5 days) to open the
passages allowing proper penetration of the medication.
Be sure to aim spray away from the middle of the nose,
that is, away from the nasal septum and toward the
inflamed areas inside the nasal passages. Use Nasacort
exactly as prescribed. It must be used routinely to be
effective. Do not increase your dose or use this more
frequently than directed without your doctor's approval.
It may take a few days before the benefits of the
medication are noticed. If after 2 to 3 weeks no
improvement in symptoms is noticed, consult your doctor.
Use Nasacort with caution if sores or injuries are
present in the nasal passages.
Side Effects:
Nasacort may cause irritation,
stinging, burning, or dryness of the nasal passages.
Sneezing, nosebleed, headache, lightheadedness, loss of
taste, throat irritation or nausea may also occur. If
these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your
doctor. Unlikely but report promptly: persistent nose or
throat irritation/soreness, white patchy areas. Very
unlikely but report promptly: broken or damaged nasal
membranes, unusual weakness, weight loss,
nausea/vomiting, fainting, dizziness, vision changes. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions:
Nasacort should be used with
caution if the following medical conditions exist:
glaucoma, herpes-type infection of the eye, infection,
recent nasal surgery or existing nasal sores, liver
disease, tuberculosis, underactive thyroid, allergies to
corticosteroids. Though very unlikely, it is possible
Nasacort will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This
may have undesirable consequences that may require
additional corticosteroid treatment. This is especially
true for children and for those who have used this for
an extended period if they also have serious medical
problems such as serious infections, injuries or
surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year
after stopping use of Nasacort. Consult your doctor or
pharmacist for more details. Caution is advised in
children as Nasacort may affect growth patterns. Consult
child's doctor. Nasacort should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this form of
triamcinolone is excreted into breast milk. Other dosage
forms of triamcinolone are excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions:
Tell your doctor of all
prescription and nonprescription medication you use,
especially of: other nasal products. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose:
If overdose is suspected, contact
your local poison control center or emergency room
immediately.
Notes:
If no improvement in your symptoms is
noted after 3 weeks of using Nasacort, notify your
doctor. Another medication may be needed or the dose may
need adjusting. Inform all your doctors you use, or have
used, Nasacort. Watering or itching eyes often
associated with allergies are not significantly relieved
by Nasacort. Each canister contains approximately
100-120 sprays.
Missed Dose:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon
as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the
next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to
catch up.
Storage:
Store at room temperature away from
sunlight and moisture. Avoid freezing. |
