USES
This is a nasal steroid that works directly on nasal tissue to
reduce swelling and inflammation. It is used to treat nasal itching,
runny nose, postnasal drip, nasal congestion and sneezing associated
with allergic rhinitis.
DIRECTIONS
To get the most benefit from this medication, make sure you understand
how to use the nasal spray properly. Ask your doctor or pharmacist
to demonstrate the correct way to use a nasal spray. Shake well
before using. The medication must reach the nasal tissue to be
effective. Therefore, blow your nose to clear the nasal passage
before using the medication. If passages are blocked, a nasal
decongestant may be used first (for a maximum of 3 to 5 days)
to open the passages allowing proper penetration of the medication.
Be sure to aim spray away from the middle of the nose, that is,
away from the nasal septum and toward the inflamed areas inside
the nasal passages. Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
It must be used routinely to be effective. Do not increase your
dose or use this more frequently than directed without your doctor's
approval. It may take a few days before the benefits of the medication
are noticed. If after 2 to 3 weeks no improvement in symptoms
is noticed, consult your doctor. Use this medication with caution
if sores or injuries are present in the nasal passages.
SIDE EFFECTS
This medication may cause irritation, stinging, burning, or dryness
of the nasal passages. Sneezing, nosebleed, headache, lightheadedness,
loss of taste, throat irritation or nausea may also occur. If
these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Unlikely but report promptly: persistent nose or throat irritation/soreness,
white patchy areas. Very unlikely but report promptly: broken
or damaged nasal membranes, unusual weakness, weight loss, nausea/vomiting,
fainting, dizziness, vision changes. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
This medication should be used with caution if the following medical
conditions exist: glaucoma, herpes-type infection of the eye,
infection, recent nasal surgery or existing nasal sores, liver
disease, tuberculosis, underactive thyroid, allergies to corticosteroids.
Though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed
into your bloodstream. This may have undesirable consequences
that may require additional corticosteroid treatment. This is
especially true for children and for those who have used this
for an extended period if they also have serious medical problems
such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries. This precaution
applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug. Consult
your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Caution is advised
in children as this drug may affect growth patterns. Consult child's
doctor. This medication should be used only when clearly needed
during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is unknown if this form of triamcinolone is excreted into breast
milk. Other dosage forms of triamcinolone are excreted into breast
milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication
you use, especially of: other nasal products. Do not start or
stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately.
NOTES
If no improvement in your symptoms is noted after 3 weeks of using
this medication, notify your doctor. Another medication may be
needed or the dose may need adjusting. Inform all your doctors
you use, or have used, this medication. Watering or itching eyes
often associated with allergies are not significantly relieved
by this medication. Each canister contains approximately 100-120
sprays.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if
it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
STORAGE
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid
freezing.
