Formulation:
Nasal aerosol, Nasal spray
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Manufacturer:
Allen & Hanburys, Generic, Glaxo Smithkline
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Alternate Names:Allegro Nasal Inhaler 3x120dose 3x120ds (fluticasone), Flixonase Nasal Inhaler 2x60ds (fluticasone), Flixonase Nasal Inhaler 3x120dose (fluticasone), Flixonase Nasal Inhaler 3x120dose 6x120ds (fluticasone), Flixonase Nasal Inhaler 6x60ds (fluticasone), Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone)
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What is Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) used for? |
Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) helps to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose.
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When should Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) not be taken?
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Do not take Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) or to similar medications. |
What precautions should I follow when taking Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) ?
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Before using Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking or planning to take any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition if you have high blood pressure if you have asthma, infection, tuberculosis, herpes, or fungal infection, nosebleeds, an unusual or allergic reaction to other corticosteroids, medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone)?
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Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) may make your mouth dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water will help. |
What are the side effects of Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone)?
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Most severe: Continuing runny nose, stuffy nose, or watering eyes, coughing, hoarseness, dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, nosebleeds, stomach pain, unusual tiredness or weakness
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Most common: Burning, dryness, or irritation inside the nose, loss of taste, or unpleasant taste, sneezing, throat irritation
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Other: None
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How should I take Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) be stored?
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Store Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone), please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone). If you have any questions about Flonase Nasal Inhaler (fluticasone), ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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