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This is
a nasal corticosteroid that works directly on nasal
tissue to reduce swelling and inflammation. The
discount drug is used to treat itching, runny nose,
postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing in
people with a history if rhinitis. Take this
discount drug only as directed.
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. Shake gently before each
use. Before using Flonase for the first time, the
unit must be "primed" with 3 to 4 pumps of the
spray. Use Flonase 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.
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. 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.
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. Take this discount drug
only as directed. Avoid use in children under 4.Buy
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