How Nasonex should be taken.
Shake Nasonex well before each use. Prime the spray pump as instructed by your pharmacist. Use as directed generally two sprays in each nostril daily. Do not use Nasonex more often or longer than prescribed. Use Nasonex 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.
Precautions or Warnings for Nasonex
Before using Nasonex, tell your physician and pharmacist if you have a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind. The absorption of Nasonex into your system can inhibit your body\'s ability to fight off infections. You may not be able to use Nasonex if you have an infection.
Before using Nasonex, tell your physician if you have a nasal septum ulcer, recently had nasal surgery, or nasal damage.
You may not be able to use Nasonex, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your treatment.
Nasonex is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether Nasonex will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your physician if you are pregnant.
It is unknown whether Nasonex passes into breast milk. Do not use Nasonex without first talking to your physician if you are breast feeding a baby.
Nasonex is not approved for children use younger than 3 years of age.
What to do if you miss a dose of Nasonex
If you miss a dose of Nasonex, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the What to do if you miss a dose of Nasonex and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Side effects that may be possible for Nasonex
Headache or sore throat might occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your physician promptly. Very unlikely but report promptly: vision changes, unusual nasal bleeding or irritation/pain, blood-tinged mucus/phlegm, unusual increase in thirst or urination, nausea, weakness, weight loss. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Nasonex, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.
How to store Nasonex
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F). Protect from light. When Nasonex Nasal Spray, 50 mcg is removed from its cardboard container, prolonged exposure of the product to direct light should be avoided. Brief exposure to light, as with normal use, is acceptable.
What to do when overdosing on Nasonex
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 left.
Other information on Nasonex
Avoid items or activities that you know are allergens for you if they make your symptoms worse. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate your condition.
Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection. Stay away from people with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infectious disease. Your immune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you are using Nasonex.
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