Nasacort
Nasacort is a nasal spray containing a steroid that helps relieve nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis, such as sneezing, itching, and congestion.
How to Use
Dosage
For adults (18 years and older), the usual starting dose is 2 sprays in each nostril once a day. When allergy symptoms are controlled, the dose can be reduced to 1 spray in each nostril once a day.
Method
Before use, gently blow your nose to clear the nostrils. Hold the bottle upright. Close one nostril with a finger. Insert the spray tip into the other nostril as far as comfortable. While gently breathing in through your nose with your mouth closed, press down on the nasal piece to release one spray. Breathe out through your mouth. Repeat for the other nostril.
Do not use more than 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Do not use for more than 3 months without talking to your doctor.
Possible Side Effects
- •Runny nose, headache, sore throat and/or cough
- •Nosebleeds
- •Respiratory infection or irritation (bronchitis)
- •Heartburn or indigestion
- •Flu-like symptoms (fever, muscle pain, weakness, and/or tiredness)
- •Tooth problems
- •Dryness and irritation of the nasal lining
- •Feeling of fullness or blockage in the sinuses
- •Sneezing
- •Changes in taste and smell
- •Feeling unwell (nausea)
- •Trouble sleeping, dizziness, or tiredness
- •Shortness of breath
- •Decrease in blood cortisol levels (a lab value)
- •Clouding of the eye lens (cataract), increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), blurred vision
- •Severe allergic reaction, which may include rash, itching, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or swelling of the lips, face, throat, or tongue.
Important Warnings
- Do not use Nasacort if you are allergic to triamcinolone acetonide or any other ingredient in this medicine. An allergic reaction can cause rash (hives), itching, trouble swallowing or breathing, or swelling of the lips, face, throat, or tongue.
- Talk to your doctor if you have an untreated infection in your nose or throat. If you develop a fungal infection while using Nasacort, stop use until the infection is treated.
- Inform your doctor if you have recently had nose surgery, a nose injury, or sores in your nose.
- If you have had glaucoma (green star) or cataracts (grey star), discuss this with your doctor. Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other vision problems.
- Talk to your doctor if you are switching from steroid injections or tablets to Nasacort nasal spray.
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- This medicine contains benzalkonium chloride, which can cause irritation or runny nose, especially with long-term use.
- Nasacort can damage the middle part of the inside of the nose (nasal septum) in some people. Talk to your doctor if you are concerned about this.
Use in Elderly Patients
Suitable for older adults. (updated 15.5.2023)