Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray



 
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Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray - Basic Information

 

Indication of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray is indicated for: Allergic rhinitisNasal Polyps

Action of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Mometasone in Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray: Produces local anti-inflammatory effectsDecreases capillary permeability and mucous productionsAnd produces vasoconstriction in the nasal mucosa.Its onset of action is within 3-7 hours and is effective on an as-needed basis. Optimum effect maybe achieved after several days of regular use. Systemic absorption of momethasone furoate does not produce any detectable adverse effects.

Dose Advice of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray is available as metered dose of 50 mcg per spray. Allergic rhinitisAdult, children 12 years and older: 2 sprays into each nostril once daily. Dose may be reduced to 1 spray once daily when symptoms are controlled Children between 3-12 years: 1 spray into each nostril once daily.For prophylaxis of seasonal allergic rhinitis, Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray should commence approximately 2-4 weeks prior to pollen season.Nasal polypsAdults, 12 years and older: 2 sprays into each nostril once daily. The dose may be increased to 2 sprays into each nostril twice daily if necessary.Use in pregnancy (Pregnancy Category B3) and lactation are only recommended if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to foetus as there was insufficient clinical data thus far.Instructions for use of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal SprayShake container well before each use. The Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray pump should be primed before use. Usually six or seven actuations are required until a uniform spray is observed Each actuation delivers approximately 50 microgram mometasone furaote monohydrate. If the spray pump has not been used for 14 days or longer, it should be reprimed before the next use.

Schedule of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Schedule 4

Common side effects of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

The following side effects are associated with Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray. Their occurrences are very common, i.e. between 1% and 10%. If the following symptoms persist, you should seek doctors advice or discontinue Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray.Nasal stinging, itching Sneezing Sore throat Dry mouthCough

Uncommon side effects of Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Nose bleedNasal septal perforationGlaucomaCataractsAllergic reactions (urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm, rash) are infrequent adverse effects (< 1%).

Reference:

Australian Medicines Handbook, Adelaide, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, 2007.MIMS Online [online]. 2003 [cited 2007 September 02]. Available from: URL: http: //mims.hcn.net.au.ezproxy.library.uwa.edu.au/ifmx-nsapi/mims-data/?MIval=2MIMS_ssearch

Diseases treated by Nasonex Aqueous Nasal Spray:

Hayfever or Seasonal Rhinitis Perennial Allergic Rhinitis


GN: Mometasone furoate

Con: Allergic rhinitis