Pirinase Hayfever Nasal Spray
Price £6.17
Expected Delivery: Tuesday
Treatment Information
Overview
Pirinase Allergy is a medicine that treats and prevents the symptoms of allergies. It provides relief from sneezing, runny nose, blocked-up nose, and watery eyes. Each bottle lasts 60 to 120 sprays.
It is effective against hay fever and allergies caused by pets, mould spores, and house dust mites. The active ingredient, fluticasone propionate, is a corticosteroid which reduces inflammation and helps your body heal.
Directions
Follow these steps to use Pirinase Allergy:
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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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Tilt your head forward slightly and 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.
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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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Put on the dust cap.
- Spray two puffs into each nostril once daily.
Storage
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Store below 30°C.
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Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
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Use within 3 months of opening.
Cautions
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Use only in the nose.
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Do not swallow.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking any medications including over-the-counter and herbal products.
Do not use if:
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You are allergic to fluticasone propionate or other ingredients.
- You are under 18 years old.
Stop using if:
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Your condition does not improve even after a few days of using it and see your healthcare provider.
- If you experience severe adverse effects.
Side effects
Pirinase may cause these side effects in some individuals:
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Nose bleeding
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Headache
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Unpleasant smell and taste
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Dryness in the nose or throat
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Irritation in the nose or throat
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Nose sores
- Blurred vision
Stop taking the medicine if you experience severe side effects such as persistent nose bleeds. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Always read the patient information leaflet before starting your treatment. The patient information can be found here.
Ingredients
Pirinase Allergy contains the following ingredients:
Active ingredients
Fluticasone Propionate (50 mg): A corticosteroid that works to inhibit the inflammatory cells responsible for your allergic reaction.
Other ingredients
Dextrose (anhydrous), microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, phenylethyl alcohol, benzalkonium chloride, polysorbate 80, purified water and dilute hydrochloric acid.