Fluticasone-propionate-nasal

For adults and children 12 years and older, the recommended dose is 2 sprays in each nostril once a day. Some people with severe rhinitis may benefit from 2 sprays in each nostril every 12 hours. The maximum daily dose is 4 sprays in each nostril.

For children 4 to 11 years old, the recommended dose is 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril in the morning. The recommended maximum daily dose is 2 sprays in each nostril daily.

Shake the medication gently before using and gently blow your nose to clear your nostrils before each use. For the best results, Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) should be used regularly each day. For seasonal Allergies, you should start using this product before the first exposure to the cause of the allergy.

If you are using Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) for the first time or you have not used it for more than 1 week, you will need to "prime" the pump by spraying the pump in the air, away from you, several times or until a fine mist is sprayed from the bottle.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Each metered spray of white to off-white, milky suspension, contains 50 µg of fluticasone propionate. Nonmedicinal ingredients: benzalkonium chloride (as a preservative), carboxymethylcellulose sodium, dextrose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, phenylethyl alcohol, polysorbate 80, and purified water.

Fluticasone propionate nasal spray should not be used by anyone who:

• is allergic to fluticasone or to any of the ingredients of the medication
• has untreated fungal, bacterial, or Tuberculosis infections of the respiratory tract

There may an interaction between fluticasone propionate nasal spray and any of the following:

• Aspirin
• "azole" antifungals (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole, Voriconazole)
• boceprevir
• Ceritinib
• Cobicistat
• conivaptan
• delaviridine
• Desmopressin
• HIV protease inhibitors (atazanavir, darunavir, lopinavir, ritonavir, tipranavir)
• macrolide antibiotics (e.g., clarithromycin, erythromycin)
• nefazodone
• ritonavir
• telaprevir

If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Medications other than those listed above may interact with Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal).

Additional medication: Although fluticasone propionate will control seasonal allergic rhinitis in most cases, an abnormally heavy amount of summer pollen may sometimes require additional treatment, particularly to control eye symptoms. Speak to your doctor if you have been using Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) for 3 weeks and are still experiencing allergic rhinitis symptoms.

Growth in children and adolescents: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone propionate nasal spray may impair the growth of children and adolescents. Your doctor will monitor for this. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

Infections: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone propionate nasal spray may worsen existing infections, mask the signs of infection, and cause new infections. If you use Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) for several months or longer, your doctor will monitor you periodically for signs of infection. People who have not had Chickenpox or Measles or have not been vaccinated against these infections should take special care to avoid exposure to them.

Liver function: Liver disease or reduced liver function may cause this medication to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have liver problems, discuss with your doctor how Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), and whether any special monitoring is needed. Your doctor may want to test your liver function regularly with blood tests while you are taking Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal).

Stopping treatment: Under most circumstances, treatment with corticosteroids such as fluticasone propionate nasal spray should be tapered off gradually and not stopped suddenly. In the case of fluticasone propionate nasal spray, this is usually only a concern at high doses. Talk with your doctor if you have questions about stopping regular use of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal).

Thyroid function: People with an underactive thyroid gland (Hypothyroidism), you may experience increased effects of this medication. If you are hypothyroid or are being monitored for thyroid function, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Vision problems: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone propionate nasal spray may cause Glaucoma or Cataracts. Report any vision changes to your doctor immediately. If you have glaucoma or cataracts, discuss with your doctor how Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), and whether any special monitoring is needed.

Wound healing: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone propionate nasal spray can impair the ability of wounds to heal. Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) should be avoided if you have recently had nasal surgery or nasal trauma until wounds have completely healed.

Pregnancy: The safety of fluticasone propionate nasal spray during pregnancy has not been established. Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if fluticasone propionate passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are using Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) have not been established for children less than 4 years of age and should not be used by children under 4 years old. Long-term use of fluticasone propionate nasal spray is not recommended for children under 12 years old. Consult a doctor before using Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) for children and adolescents less than 18 years of age.

<p>Fluticasone propionate belongs to the class of medications called <i>corticosteroids.</i> It is used to <b>treat seasonal Allergic Rhinitis, including hay Fever, and perennial rhinitis.</b> It can be used to manage symptoms such as sinus pain and pressure associated with allergic rhinitis. It may take 2 to 3 days for the medication to reach its full effect. For some people the full effect will not be reached for a long as 2 weeks.</p><p> <b>Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (<a href="/drug/flonase-allergy">Fluticasone-propionate-nasal</a>) may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms.</b> Any specific brand name of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.</p><p> <b>Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles.</b> If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are being given Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal), speak to your doctor. <b>Do not stop using Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) without consulting your doctor.</b></p><p><b>Do not give Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do.</b> It can be harmful for people to use Fluticasone-Propionate-Nasal (Fluticasone-propionate-nasal) if their doctor has not prescribed it. </p>