Drug
Uses
Flonase
is a cortiscosterioid used for seasonal and perennial
allergies (hay fever) and asthma.
General
Information
Fir
or pine needle oil should not be used with this medicine
if you have asthma. Talk to your doctor BEFORE using
any herbals with this medicine.
How
Drug Works
Cortiscosterioids
reduce the inflammation process, by suppressing the
reaction of certain cells.
How
Taken
This
medicine is generally used once daily. Shake gently
before each dose. For best results, this medicine should
be taken continuously, even if you start feeling better.
Do not skip doses. Always follow your doctors instructions
on dosing.
Possible
Side Effects
bad
smell or taste nose bleeds.
Warnings/Precautions
Avoid
anyone who has chicken pox or measles while taking this
medicine. Patients with compromised immune systems are
at higher risk of infection.
Overdose
For
emergencies, seek medical attention immediately. For
non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison
control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug
Interactions
Ketoconazole
(Nizoral) and perhaps other AZOLE antifungals and ritonavir
(Norvir) may increase the effects of this medicine.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for more information
on drug interactions.
Missed
Dose
Take
your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back
to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store
it at room temperature and away from excess heat and
moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
If
you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant talk
to your doctor about the risk versus the benefits of
taking this medicine during pregnancy. For nursing mothers,
talk to your pediatrician about possible risks to your
baby while breast-feeding with this medicine.
More
Information
For
more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or
health care provider.
Disclaimer
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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
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