Indication
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Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis Age: Adult |
Dose: Nasal spray – 2 sprays (55 mcg) into each nostril Frequency: once daily Note: may reduce to 1 spray (27.5 mcg) into each nostril once daily if symptoms are controlled |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Allergic rhinitis (Seasonal/Perennial) Age: 2-11 years |
Dose: Nasal spray – 1 spray in each nostril Frequency: once daily Note: may be increased to 2 sprays (55 micrograms) into each nostril once daily if necessary |
Administration
- Clean nose before use
- Shake well before each use
Side Effect
- Headache (17%)
- URI (15%)
- Nasal congestion (8%)
- Pharyngitis (6-8%)
- Asthma symptoms (3-7%)
- Fever (1-5%)
- Dysphonia (4%)
- Cough (3-4%)
- Nasal discharge (1-3%)
- Aches and pains (1-3%)
- Flu-like syndrome (1-3%)
- Bronchitis (1-3%)
- Diarrhea (1-3%)
- Abdominal pain (1-3%)
- Nasal ulcer (1%)
- Loss of taste
- Paradoxical bronchospasm
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. ritonavir)
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May lead to increased plasma concentrations
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for general drug reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep all medicines out of reach of the children. Store in a cool and dry place protected from light.
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