What is the most important information I should know about fluticasone nasal?
Before using fluticasone nasal, tell your doctor if you are using antibiotics such as
ketoconazole (Nizoral), or HIV medicines such as ritonavir (Norvir, Kaletra).
While using fluticasone nasal, tell your doctor if you have severe or ongoing nose bleed,
vision problems, sores in the nose that won't heal, or if you have fever, chills, body aches, or flu
symptoms.
Shake the medicine bottle well just before each use.
It may take up to several days of using this medicine before your symptoms improve.
Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a week of treatment.
Store this medication in an upright position at room temperature, away from moisture
and heat. Throw the medication away after you have used 120 sprays, even if there is still
medicine left in the bottle.
Fluticasone nasal can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid
being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if
you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in
people who are using fluticasone nasal.
Steroid medicines can affect growth in children. Talk with your doctor if you think your
child is not growing at a normal rate while using fluticasone nasal.
What is fluticasone nasal?
Fluticasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause
inflammation.
Fluticasone nasal is used to treat nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny
nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies.
Fluticasone may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using fluticasone nasal?
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have been sick or had an infection of
any kind. You may not be able to use fluticasone nasal until you are well.
Also tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to
an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during
treatment.
It is not known whether fluticasone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a
nursing baby. Do not use fluticasone nasal without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a
baby.
Steroid medicines can affect growth in children. Talk with your doctor if you think your
child is not growing at a normal rate while using fluticasone nasal.
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