Medication Usage
Flonase Nasal Spray relieves multiple nasal symptoms of congestion, sneezing, and itchy, runny nose.
Medication Consumption
The recommended starting dosage in adults is 2 sprays (50 mcg of Flonase Nasal Spray propionate each) in each nostril once daily (total daily dose, 200 mcg). The same dosage divided into 100 mcg given twice daily (e.g., 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.) is also effective. After the first few days, patients may be able to reduce their dosage to 100 mcg (1 spray in each nostril) once daily for maintenance therapy. Some patients (12 years of age and older) with seasonal allergic rhinitis may find as-needed use of 200 mcg once daily effective for symptom control.
Warnings/Cautions
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind. The absorption of this drug into your system can inhibit your body's ability to fight off infections. Do not use Flonase Nasal Spray nasal without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Flonase Nasal Spray nasal is not approved for use by children younger than 4 years of age.
Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects from Flonase Nasal Spray nasal are not likely to occur. Stop using Flonase Nasal Spray nasal and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Possible Overdose
An overdose of this medication is not likely to occur. If you do think that an overdose has occurred, call an emergency room or poison control center.
Special Information
Stay away from people with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infection. Your immune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you are using Flonase Nasal Spray nasal.
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