Fluticasone

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Fluticasone is used to provide relief from seasonal allergies and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms such as sneezing, running nose and watery eyes. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. The medication works by blocking the effects of substances that cause allergies. Prescription Fluticasone is also used to provide relief from non-allergic symptoms such as stuffy nose. The medication may be prescribed by the doctor for the purposes not mentioned here.

How to take it

Use Fluticasone in the nose as directed by your doctor or instructions on the product package, if you are using an over the counter product. Shake the container gently and blow your nose gently before use. Clean the applicator regularly and discard the container after you have used the number of sprays on the label..

Dosage

Fluticasone is usually sprayed in each nostril once daily. You may begin with higher dose and decrease it later when the symptoms improve. Children should be given lower dose initially that may be increased later if symptoms do not improve. Dosage will be prescribed as per your specific medical condition and adjusted by your doctor based on your response to the treatment.
It is very important to follow your doctor’s dosing instructions exactly. Read the instructions carefully on your prescription label and if available, patient information leaflet provided by your pharmacist with the medication.

What if I miss a dose?

To avoid the chances of missing a dose, take the medication at the same time each day. However, if you happen to miss a dose, skip the medication if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not overdose yourself to compensate for the missed dose, as taking extra medication without doctor’s advice can cause you severe side effects, and won’t treat you earlier or faster.

Precautions and side effects

Fluticasone nasal spray should not be used to treat the symptoms caused by the common cold. Fluticasone nasal spray is meant for use in nose only, do not swallow it and be careful not to spray it into your eyes or mouth. Each bottle of Fluticasone nasal spray should be used by one person only, do not share the bottle as it may spread infection. Tell your doctor if you have injury in your nose or recently had a nose surgery. Veramyst brand can be prescribed for children aged 2 and above. Side effects caused by Fluticasone may include headache, nausea, vomiting and blood mucus in the nose.

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