Nasacort AQ Uses

Nasacort is an FDA approved prescription drugs for the treatment of the nasal symptoms of seasonal and year round allergies such as nasal congestion, itchy runny nose, and sneezing. Nasacort Nasal Spray is an unscented, thixotropic, water-based metered-dose pump spray formulation unit containing a microcrystalline suspension of triamcinolone acetonide in an aqueous medium.

How Taken

Nasacort Nasal Spray is supplies as a solution to inhale through the nose. Nasacort Nasal Spray usually is inhaled one to four times daily at evenly spaced intervals. Before using your Nasacort Nasal Spray , gently blow your nose to clear your nasal passages. Avoid blowing your nose for 15 minutes after inhaling the prescribed dose.

Warnings/Precautions

Before using this Nasacort Nasal Spray, tell your doctor if you have a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind. The absorption of this Nasacort into the system can inhibit the bodys ability to fight off infections. You may not be able to use Nasacort Nasal Spray if you have an infection. Nasacort Nasal Spray is in the FDA pregnancy C. This means that it is not known whether Nasacort Nasal Spray will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use Nasacort without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Nasacort Nasal Spray passes into breast milk. Do not use Nasacort Nasal Spray without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Nasacort Nasal Spray is not approved for children use younger than 12 years of age.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of Nasacort, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual Nasacort Nasal Spray dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

Nasacort 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 side effects 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.

Storage

Store Nasacort Nasal Spray Controlled Room Temperature, 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F) and keep away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid freezing. Keep Nasacort Nasal Spray out of reach of children.

Overdose

An overdose of Nasacort is not likely to occur. If you do think that an overdose has occurred, call an emergency room or poison control left for advice.

More Nasacort AQ Information

Avoid items or activities that are known allergens to you. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate your condition. Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection. Stay away from people with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infection. Your immune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while using Nasacort.

Disclaimer

This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of Nasacort Nasal Spray. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.