What you should know about
Nasonex
Nasonex Uses?
This medication is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms
related to allergies (such as stuffiness or congestion).
Nasonex Directions?
Shake 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 this drug more often or longer than
prescribed. Use this drug 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.
Nasonex Side Effects?
Headache or sore throat might occur. If these effects persist or
worsen, notify your doctor 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 this drug, 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 doctor or pharmacist.
Nasonex Warnings?
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies,
current infections, other nasal problems, glaucoma, cataracts. Avoid
exposure to chickenpox or measles while using corticosteroids (e.g.,
mometasone, prednisone), especially oral products. If exposed,
consult your doctor or pharmacist. Though very unlikely, it is
possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream.
This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional
corticosteroid treatment. This is especially true for children and
for those who have used this for an extended period if they also
have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries
or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year after
stopping use of this drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for
more details. Caution is advised in children as this drug may affect
growth patterns. Consult child's doctor. This medication should be
used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks
and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is
excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before
breast-feeding.
Nasonex Drug Interactions?
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription
medication you may use, especially: other nasal products, other
corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone). Do not start or stop any
medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Nasonex Missed Dose?
Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed
dose and use the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of
this medication.
Nasonex Storage?
Store mometasone nasal at room temperature away from moisture and
heat. Avoid prolonged exposure of the product to direct light when
mometasone nasal is removed from its cardboard container. Keep this
and all medications out of the reach of children.
Anything Else I Should Know About Nasonex?
Nasonex is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in
the body that cause inflammation. Nasonex is used nasally to prevent
and treat the nasal symptoms of allergies and other seasonal
reactions.
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