Drug Uses
Nasonex
is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms due to allergies.
General
Information
This
database does not contain every known side effect, adverse
effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions about
your medicines, contact your health care provider. This
information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
This
medicine works by reducing inflammation (swelling) in
the nasal passages.
How
Taken
Shake
well before each use. Prime the spray pump before first
use. Spray into nostril as directed. 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 this drug 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.
Possible
Side Effects
Some
common side effects reported with this medicine include:
dryness of the nose headache sore throat See a doctor
immediately if you experience: nose bleeds weakness
weight loss vision changes. This medicine may cause:
burning itching or redness not caused by your condition.
If you experience other bothersome side effects, contact
your health care provider.
Warnings/Precautions
Do
NOT use this medicine longer than prescribed. This medicine
is for the skin only. Do NOT use in or around the eyes.
If your skin conditions Do NOT improve within several
days, talk to your doctor or nurse. Talk to your doctor
before using this medicine if you have a history of
infections, glaucoma or cataracts. Avoid people with
chickenpox while taking any corticosteroids. Caution
is advised with the prolonged use of this medicine in
children.
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
Talk
to your doctor or pharmacist when taking any new prescription
or over-the-counter medicine. There are no significant
interactions with this medicine. Before starting any
new medication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about
possible 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
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. Store
it at room temperature and away from excess heat and
moisture (not in the bathroom).
Pregnancy/Nursing
Talk
to your doctor or pediatrician before using this medicine
while nursing. Use during pregnancy should only occur
if the potential benefits outweigh the possible risk
to the fetus.
More
Information
For
more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or
health care provider.
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. VastRX disclaims
all responsibility for the accuracy of, and reliability
of this information, and or any consequences arising
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adverse consequences to persons or property, however
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