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The following information is a summary
about NASACORT AQ. It is not intended to replace a doctor's
instructions.
Aerosol
Chemical Name:
TRIAMCINOLONE (trye-am-SIN-oh-lone)
Common
uses
This
medicine is a corticosteroid used to treat the symptoms of
seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It
may also be used to treat other conditions as determined
by your doctor.
Before
using
INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided by your
doctor. This medicine is to be used in the nose. This
medicine may come with an instruction leaflet. Ask your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may
have before using this medicine. SHAKE WELL before using a
dose. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from
extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Do not puncture,
break, or burn container, even if it appears empty. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible.
If it is much more than 1 hour since your missed dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule.
Cautions
IT MAY
TAKE SEVERAL DAYS for this medicine to give full benefit.
Continue to use it as directed during this time. DO NOT
USE THIS MEDICINE more often or for a longer time than
your doctor recommended. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other nasal problems. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR
EYES. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD CHICKENPOX OR MEASLES, avoid
contact with anyone who has either of these diseases. THIS
MEDICINE MAY AFFECT GROWTH RATE in children. Your child's
growth should be checked regularly while using this
medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using
this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE
BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check
with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to
your baby.
Possible
side effects
SIDE
EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
headache, dry nose, throat irritation, sneezing or nose
bleeds. If they continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects or
prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other.
If
you take too much
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
Additional
information
If your
symptoms do not improve within 3 weeks or if they become
worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE
with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE
THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS
MEDICINE out of the reach of children. ALWAYS HAVE A SPARE
INHALER available in case the unit malfunctions or is
empty. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF
TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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