Nasacort AQ 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 Nasacort AQ Use Indication:
Nasacort AQ 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.
To get the most benefit from Nasacort AQ medication, 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 AQ medication 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 this medication with caution if sores or injuries
are present in the nasal passages.
Nasacort AQ medication Side Effects:
Nasacort AQ medication 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 on using Nasacort AQ
Nasacort AQ medication 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 this 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. Caution is advised in children as this drug may affect growth
patterns. Consult child's doctor. Nasacort AQ medication 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.
Nasacort AQ Drug Interaction:
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.
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