Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis Age: Adult |
Dose: Nasal Spray – 100 mcg (2 sprays) in each nostril Frequency: once daily Note: May be increased to 200 mcg into each nostril once daily if needed. |
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis Age: Adult Condition: Maintenance |
Dose: Nasal Spray – 50 mcg in each nostril Frequency: once daily |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis Age: 2-11 yr |
Dose: Nasal spray – 50 mcg (1 spray) Frequency: in each nostril daily |
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis Age: greater than 12 yr |
Dose: Nasal spray – 100 mcg Frequency: in each nostril daily |
Administration
- Apply thin layer to affected area
- Use once daily or as directed
Side Effect
- Headache (26%)
- Viral infection (14%)
- Pharyngitis (12%)
- Epistaxis (11%)
- Cough (7%)
- Upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) (6%)
- Dysmenorrhea (5%)
- Loss of taste
- Muscle soreness
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Amphotericin B, Potassium-wasting diuretics
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Increased risk of hypokalaemia
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Antidiabetic drugs
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Decreases hypoglycaemic effects
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Hypersensitivity
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Risk of allergic reactions
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Immunosuppressed Patients
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Increased infection risk
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Protect from light, store in cool & dry place. Do not store above 30° C. Keep out of the reach of children. Protect from freezing. Insert the Inhalation Capsule or ConviCap in the ConviHaler just prior to use to protect from deterioration by moisture
Data Sources
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