Flonase Drug
Information
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 this drug.
Online Flonase Use Indication:
Flonase medication
is a nasal corticosteroid that works directly on nasal tissue to
reduce swelling and inflammation. The medication is used to
treat itching, runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and
sneezing in people with a history of rhinitis. To get the most
benefit from this medication, make sure you understand how to
use the nasal spray properly. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to
show you how to use the pump and nasal adapter. Shake gently
before each use. Before using
Flonase medication
for the first time, the unit must be "primed" with 3 to 4 pumps
of the spray. Use this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not
use more than two sprays in each nostril daily. It may take a
few days before the benefits of the medication are noticed. If
no improvement occurs after several days, notify your doctor.
Flonase medication Side Effects:
The more common side effects are
nose bleeding, blood in nasal mucus, or nasal burning or
irritation. Less common or rare occurrences are headache,
sneezing, runny nose, nasal dryness, congestion, or stomach
upset. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform
your doctor. Long-term use of nasal steroids may cause fungal
infections of the nose or throat. Inform your doctor if you
develop an infection.
Flonase medication may be
discontinued while the infection is treated. Very unlikely to
occur but report: vision problems, headache, increased thirst or
urination, unusual weakness, weight loss, nausea, dizziness. In
the very unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this
drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions on using Flonase
Tell your doctor your medical
history, especially of: any allergies, eye problems (glaucoma),
infections, recent nasal surgery, nasal sores. If you are
prescribed doses higher than those usually recommended, avoid
exposure to chickenpox or measles. If you do become exposed,
notify your doctor promptly. Though very unlikely, it is
possible Flonase
medication 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 this drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for
more details. Flonase
medication should be used
only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this drug is
excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding. Caution is advised in children as this drug may
affect growth patterns. Consult child's doctor. Avoid use in
children under 4.
Flonase Drug Interaction:
Tell your doctor of all other
prescription or nonprescription medicines you use, especially
of: other nasal products (such as cold products), other
corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), antibiotics. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Flonase Overdose:
If
Flonase medication
overdose is suspected, contact
your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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