Flonase (Fluticasone)

Flonase Description

Flonase is a medicinal drug containing the chemical fluticasone propionate, which is a synthetic corticosteroid that is got from fluticasone and is used for treating allergic rhinitis or hay fever and asthma. Fluticasone propionate also finds use in the treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis.

Flonase is a nasal spray that contains the aforementioned fluticasone. Its primary purpose is to prevent the body from releasing any substances, which bring about inflammation. Flonase can be used to treat various symptoms of the nose such as sneezing and congestion, which can be brought about by various allergies.

Conditions Treated by Flonase

As already mentioned, Flonase is used primarily for preventing the body from suffering due to inflammation caused by the release of various substances. Due to the presence of fluticasone, Flonase can be used for treating hay fever and asthma, and sometimes even eosinophilic esophagitis. Flonase also finds use in treating certain nasal symptoms brought about by different types of allergies. These symptoms include sneezing, runny nose and congestion. Flonase may also be employed in treating certain other medical conditions not mentioned here.

Flonase Dosage Information

a.) Typical Dosage Recommendations

It is extremely important that you take Flonase exactly as your doctor prescribes. Be very careful not to take bigger or smaller amounts or administer the drug for a longer time than recommended and follow the directions given on the prescription label.

Generally, the standard dosage for Flonase is about one or two sprays once every day for each nostril. It is important that you prime the spraying device before your first time of using the spray. To do so, shake the medication thoroughly and spray into the air around six times, ensuring that you keep your face away at all times. You will also need to prime your sprayer if you have not used the medicine for over thirty days or if you happened to have left the spraying pump uncapped for more than five days. Keep spraying until you are able to see a fine mist. You should also thoroughly shake your medicine bottle before using it.

To ensure that using Flonase is not causing any harm to your body, particularly your sinuses or nose, you will need to get your doctor to perform regular medical checks. Make sure that you get tested regularly and do not miss any scheduled checkups with your doctor Dispose the medicine after about one hundred and twenty sprays even if the medication has not been completely finished.

b.) Missing a Dose

If you end up missing a dose, take the missed dose the moment you remember to do so. If however you remember when it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not however take any extra medication to make up for this missed dose.

c.) Overdosing

If you overdose on Flonase, seek medical attention right away.

Flonase Warnings

Flonase can prove to be harmful if you happen to be suffering from certain conditions. It is important that you avoid taking Flonase if you suffer from severe liver disease. You should also consult a doctor or a pharmacist for dose adjustments or special tests to make sure it is safe for you to take the drug if you happen to be suffering from the following medical conditions:

• Cataracts
• Glaucoma
• Tuberculosis
• Various other types of infections
• General illness or fever
• Liver disease
• Ulcers or sores present within your nose
• Herpes simplex virus in the eyes
• If you recently suffered any injury to the nose
• If you recently had surgery done on your nose

Flonase has the potential to cause a drop in the number of blood cells and thus make the body susceptible to various kinds of infections. Hence, while being on the medicine, you should avoid being near people who are ill or are suffering from a contagious disease. Immediately contact your doctor if you feel you have been exposed to infectious diseases such as measles or chicken pox. Such conditions can prove to be fatal if your immune system is depressed due to the usage of Flonase.

Flonase should not be administered to children who are younger than four years old unless a doctor has clearly advised to do so. Steroid medication such as Flonase can cause a negative impact on the growth of a child.

Avoid using Flonase if you happen to be pregnant as the drug could cause harm to the unborn baby. Hence, thoroughly consult your doctor regarding the administration of the drug whilst being pregnant and seek out less harmful alternatives.

Flonase Side Effects

As with most other drugs, Flonase has a number of side effects. If you exhibit allergic reactions to Flonase such as:

• hives
• swelling of tongue
• swelling of lips
• inflammation of throat
• swelling of face
• appearance of rashes
• excessive itching
• difficulty in breathing

you should seek emergency medical help right away and consult your doctor immediately. The more serious side effects of using Flonase include:

• Permanent sores in the nose that will not heal in the future
• Problems in sight and vision
• Fever
• Aches in the body
• Flu like symptoms
• Chills
• Extreme or continuous bleeding of the nose

Less harmful side effects of using Flonase are:

• Back pain
• Head ache
• Problems in menstruation
• Depressed sex drive or loss of interest in sexual intercourse
• Minor bleeding of the nose
• Appearance of white sores or patches on the inside of and around the nose
• Sinus pain
• Soreness in the throat
• Coughing

The above is not however an exhaustive list and other side effects may arise upon using Flonase.

Possible Drug Interactions with Flonase

Flonase can prove to be harmful if used in tandem with certain other drugs. Make sure to inform your doctor about the following drugs if you are to take Flonase:

• Nizoral (ketoconazole)
• ritonavir (Norvir, Kaletra)

The above however is not an exclusive list and there are other drugs including minerals, vitamins and herbal products which should not be used simultaneously and concurrently with Flonase. Hence, it is extremely important that you inform your doctor about any and all medications that you happen to be using at the time of taking Flonase.

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