Flonase® on Sale at Alfaus Prescription Drugs Pharmacy
Flonase® is a nasal corticosteroid that
works directly on nasal tissue to reduce swelling and
inflammation. Flonase® treats itching, runny nose, postnasal
drip, nasal congestion and sneezing in people with a history of
rhinitis.
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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
Flonase is a nasal corticosteroid that works directly on nasal tissue to
reduce swelling and inflammation. Flonase medication is used to treat
itching, runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing in
people with a history of rhinitis.
How to Use Flonase
To get the most benefit from Flonase 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
Flonase 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.
Side Effects
The more common Flonase 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
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: any allergies, eye
problems (glaucoma), infections, recent nasal surgery, nasal sores. If
you are prescribed Flonase 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 Interactions
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.
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