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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 this drug.
Uses
This medication is used to treat and prevent
nasal symptoms related to allergies (such as
stuffiness or congestion).
Other Uses
This drug may also be used for other nasal
conditions (e.g., swelling).
How to Use
Shake well before each use. Prime the spray
pump as instructed by your pharmacist. Use
as directed, generally two sprays in each
nostril daily. Do not use this drug more
often or longer than prescribed. Use this
drug regularly during the prescribed
treatment period for full benefit. If the
drug is used for seasonal allergy, therapy
is best started 2-4 weeks before the season.
Improvement in symptoms occurs generally
within 2 days and full benefit occurs after
1-2 weeks of use.
Side Effects
Headache or sore throat might occur. If
these effects persist or worsen, notify your
doctor promptly. Very unlikely but report
promptly: vision changes, unusual nasal
bleeding or irritation/pain, blood-tinged
mucus/phlegm, unusual increase in thirst or
urination, nausea, weakness, weight loss. In
the 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
Tell your doctor your medical history,
including: any allergies, current
infections, other nasal problems, glaucoma,
cataracts. Avoid exposure to chickenpox or
measles while using corticosteroids (e.g.,
mometasone, prednisone), especially oral
products. If exposed, consult your doctor or
pharmacist. 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. This medication
should be used only when clearly needed
during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. It is not known
whether this drug is excreted into breast
milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and
prescription medication you may use,
especially: other nasal products, other
corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone). 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
Do not share this medication with others.
Medical examinations including the nose are
generally performed during prolonged use of
this product to check for side effects.
Inform all your doctors you use (or have
used) this medication.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you
remember. If it is near the time of the next
dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 36 and 77
degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away from light
and moisture.
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