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The following
information is a summary about Nasacort AQ. It is
not intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
USES:
This 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.
HOW TO TAKE THIS MEDICATION:
To get the most benefit from this 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 this
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.
SIDE EFFECTS:
This 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:
This 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. This 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.
DRUG
INTERACTIONS:
Interactions
between triamcinolone dental paste and other
medicines are unlikely. However, Tell your
prescriber or health care professional about all
other medicines you are taking, including
non-prescription medicines, nutritional
supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your
prescriber or health care professional if you are
a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or
alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal
drugs. These may affect the way your medicine
works. Check with your health care professional
before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a
dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost
time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do
not use double or extra doses.
STORAGE:
Store at room
temperature away from sunlight, moisture and avoid
freezing. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE
REACH OF CHILDREN.
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