Nasacort Nasal Spray
Price £4.74
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Nasacort treats the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis and perennial allergic rhinitis. It is effective against sneezing, itching, and a blocked, stuffy and runny nose. Its active ingredient is triamcinolone acetonide which is a steroid.
Directions
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Shake the bottle well.
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Remove the dust cap.
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Blow your nose as usual.
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Hold the bottle in your hand such that your forefinger and middle finger are on the neck of the nozzle and your thumb is under the bottle.
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Close one nostril with the other hand.
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Put the nozzle in the other nostril.
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Keep the bottle upright.
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Start to breathe in slowly through your nose.
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Squirt a spray of fine mist into your nostril by pressing down firmly on the neck with your fingers.
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Breathe out through your mouth.
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Repeat step 9 to take a second spray in the same nostril (if required).
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Remove the nozzle from this nostril and breathe out through your mouth.
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Repeat steps 5 to 12 for the other nostril.
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After using the spray, wipe the nozzle with a piece of cloth.
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Replace the dust cap.
For adults and children over 12 years
Start with 2 sprays in each nostril per day.
If symptoms disappear, reduce to 1 spray in each nostril per day.
For children 6 to 12 years
Start with 1 spray in each nostril per day.
If symptoms do not disappear, increase to 2 sprays in each nostril per day.
If symptoms come under control, lower the dose back to 1 spray in each nostril per day.
Do not use it for more than 3 months.
For children 2 to 5 years
One spray in each nostril per day.
Do not use it for more than 3 months.
Storage
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Store at 25°C or below.
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Do not use it after 1 month of opening it.
Cautions
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Do not apply it on open wounds or damaged skin.
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Do not swallow it.
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Do not take more than the recommended doses.
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Not suitable for children under 2 years old.
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Children must be supervised when using this product.
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Contact your doctor or pharmacist if your condition does not improve after 4 days of use.
- Do not use it continuously for more than 3 months in children under 12.
Do not use it if:
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You are allergic to any of its ingredients.
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You have an infection of the nose or throat.
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You have an injury in your nose or a recent nose surgery.
- You have a history of glaucoma or cataracts.
Possible side effects
Nasacort may cause the following side effects in some individuals:
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Allergic reaction
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Flu-like symptoms
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Runny nose
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Headache
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Sore throat
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Fatigue
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Feeling sick
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Cough
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Nosebleeds
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Heartburn
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Indigestion
- Teeth problems
Discontinue use and contact a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist and severe side effects occur.
Faq
What is Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray used to treat symptoms of?
Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray is a nasal spray used to provide relief from symptoms of allergies such as hay fever.
Can children use Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray?
Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray is suitable for use for children over the age of 2 years old.
How should I store Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray?
You should store Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray in a cool dry place, out of reach from children, at room temperature. The spray should not be exposed to extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.
Ingredients
Nasacort contains the following ingredients:
Active ingredients
Triamcinolone acetonide: A corticosteroid which reduces the inflammation (swelling).
Other ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose, carmellose sodium, polysorbate 80, purified water, anhydrous glucose, benzalkonium chloride (50% w/v solution), disodium edetate, and hydrochloric acid/sodium hydroxide.