FLONASE INFORMATION
Flonase Uses
Flonase is a nasal
corticosteroid that works directly on nasal tissue
to reduce swelling and inflammation. Flonase is
used to treat itching, runny nose, postnasal
drip, nasal congestion and sneezing in people
with a history of rhinitis.
Flonase Directions
To get the most benefit from
Flonase, 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
for the first time, the unit must be "primed" with
3 to 4 pumps of the spray. Use Flonase exactly
as prescribed. Do not use more than two sprays
in each nostril daily. Flonase may start to relieve the symptons within 12 hours, but It may take a few days before
the full benefits are noticed. If no improvement
occurs after several days, notify your doctor.
Flonase Side Effects
The more common side effects
of Flonase 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 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.
Flonase Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical
history, especially of: any allergies, eye problems
(glaucoma), infections, recent nasal surgery, nasal
sores. If you are prescribed doses of Flonase 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 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
Flonase. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for
more details. Flonase should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks
and benefits with your doctor. It is not known
if Flonase is excreted into breast milk. Consult
your doctor before breast-feeding. Caution is advised
in children as Flonase may affect growth patterns.
Consult child's doctor. Avoid use in children under
4.
Flonase Overdose
If Flonase overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately.
Flonase Notes
Do not share Flonase with
others. Watering or itching eyes often associated
with allergies are not significantly relieved by
this medication. Inform all your doctors you use
(or have used) Flonase.
Flonase Missed Dose
Use the missed dose of Flonase
as soon as remembered unless it is almost time
for the next dose. If so, skip the missed dose
and resume your regular Flonase dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the doses to catch
up.
Flonase Storage
Store Flonase at room temperature
and keep away from moisture and sunlight.
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