One Bottle of Nasal Spray
Nasonex 50 mcg - 17 gm $120
Two Bottles of Nasal Spray
Nasonex 50 mcg - 34 gm $198 |
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Drug Uses
Nasonex is a nasal allergy spray for the treatment of seasonal and perennial
allergy symptoms. Nasonex helps relieve itchy, runny noses, sneezing and
congestion caused by dust mites, pet dander and tree and grass pollen. Nasonex
Nasal Spray is a corticosteroid demonstrating anti-inflammatory properties.
The Corticosteroids have been shown to have a wide range of effects on multiple
cell types.
How Taken
Shake Nasonex 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 Nasonex 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.
Warnings/Precautions
Before using Nasonex, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you have a viral,
bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind. The absorption of this drug into
your system can inhibit your body's ability to fight off infections. You
may not be able to use Nasonex if you have an infection. Before using Nasonex,
tell your doctor if you have a nasal septum ulcer, recently had nasal surgery,
or nasal damage. You may not be able to use Nasonex, or you may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment. Nasonex is
in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether
Nasonex will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first
talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is unknown whether Nasonex
passes into breast milk. Do not use Nasonex without first talking to your
doctor if you are breast feeding a baby. Nasonex is not approved for children
use younger than 3 years of age.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Nasonex, 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.
Possible 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 Nasonex, 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.
Storage
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C
(59-86°F). Protect from light. When Nasonex Nasal Spray, 50 mcg is removed
from its cardboard container, prolonged exposure of the product to direct
light should be avoided. Brief exposure to light, as with normal use, is
acceptable.
Overdose
An overdose of this medication is not likely to occur. If you do think that
an overdose has occurred, call an emergency room or poison control left.
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 your medication. 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.
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