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The following
information is a summary about Nasonex. It is not
intended to replace a doctor's instructions.
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 TAKE THIS MEDICATION:
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:
Before using
medications for other nasal problems, check with
your prescriber or health care professional. 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.
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. KEEP THIS
AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
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