What is Nasonex Nasal Spray used for?
Nasonex reduces the swelling and irritation in your nose and thereby relieving sneezing, itching and a blocked-up or runny nose caused by hay fever or perennial rhinitis. Nasonex is used to treat nasal polyps in adults aged 18 and over.
What is the generic for Nasonex Nasal Spray?
FDA recently approved the first generic version of Nasonex nasal spray (mometasone furoate monohydrate, Apotex Corp). Mometasone furoate is a nasal corticosteroid that acts to depress the formation, release and activity of inflammatory mediators that cause nasal congestion.
Can I use Nasonex every day?
How long can I use Nasonex® Allergy nasal spray for? You can use Nasonex® Allergy nasal spray on a daily basis for up to 6 months if needed. Do not use for more than 6 months continuously without the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
Can you get Nasonex over the counter?
Nasonex (mometasone) is not currently available over-the-counter (OTC). There are other similar medications that you can buy without a prescription, such as Flonase (fluticasone) and Nasacort (triamcinolone).
Which is better Flonase or Nasonex?
The difference is Flonase is available over-the-counter (OTC) and Nasonex is prescription only. There is no difference in their effect or side effects. Flonase and Nasonex are both corticosteroid nasal sprays that are effective at treating hay fever, perennial allergic rhinitis and allergies.
Is Nasonex a steroid?
Nasonex (mometasone furoate monohydrate) Nasal Spray is a steroid used to treat nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. Nasonex Nasal Spray is also used to treat nasal polyps in adults.
Does Nasonex have side effects?
These side effects are more likely in children and people who use this medication for a long time and in high doses. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, weight loss, headache, swelling ankles/feet, increased thirst/urination, vision problems.
Is Nasonex nasal spray safe for children?
Nasonex nasal spray is not approved to treat allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 2 years old, or to prevent allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 12 years old.
What is the active ingredient in Nasonex nasal spray?
Nasonex Nasal Spray contains active ingredient mometasone furoate, one of a group of medicines called corticosteroids. When mometasone furoate is sprayed into the nose, it can help to relieve inflammation (swelling and irritation of the nose), sneezing, itching and a blocked up or runny nose.
What is Nasonex used to treat?
What is Nasonex? Nasonex ( mometasone) is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Nasonex nasal spray is used to treat nasal symptoms of seasonal or year-round allergies, including congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.
How do I use my Nasonex ® allergy?
Nasonex ® Allergy is an easy to use nasal spray. For best results, it should be used regularly, preventatively and as directed with the correct ‘X’ spray technique. Shake the bottle well each time you use it. Remove the plastic cap and press downwards on the applicator. Pump until a fine spray appears.