Flonase®
Flonase Uses
This 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.
Flonase Side Effects
The more common 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 may be discontinued
while the infection is treated.
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 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 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. Flonase 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.
Flonase Overdose
If a 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) this medication.
Flonase Missed Dose
Use the missed dose as soon as remembered unless it is
almost time for the next dose. If so, skip the missed
dose and resume your regular 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.
