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Other medical problems
Children¡XThere is no specific information comparing the use of nasal Flonase in children up to 4 years of age with use in other age groups. Corticosteroids taken by mouth or injection have been shown
to slow growth in children and cause reduced adrenal gland function. Before nasal Flonase is given to a child, you and the child's doctor should talk about the good this medicine will do as well as th
e risks of using it.
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Special warnings about this medication
In rare cases, inhaled steroids such as Flovent have caused cataracts or increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma). Alert your doctor if you suffer from either problem.
If you have recently h
ad a nasal injury or ulcer, or had surgery on your nose, you should wait until you are fully healed before using Flonase.
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Proper Use of This Medicine
Flonase is taken in the nostrils. For best effect, take the prescribed doses at regular intervals. First, blow your nose. Then shake the spray bottle gently, prime the pump 6 times if it hasn't been u
sed during the past week, tilt your head back, press one nostril closed, and insert the tip of the bottle a short way into the other nostril. Spray once, pull the tip of the bottle away from your nose
, and inhale deeply through the treated nostril. Repeat with the other nostril.
Flovent inhalation aerosol is taken orally. Shake the canister before each use. Take a deep breath and exhale.
Then, as you begin to inhale, put your lips around the mouthpiece and depress the canister. Rinse your mouth with water after each use of the inhaler.
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Description
Fluticasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. ? Flonase (fluticasone nasal ) is used to treat the nasal symptoms of allergies and other seasonal
reactions. ? Flonase (fluticasone nasal ) may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
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What special precautions should I follow?
Avoid items or activities that you know are allergens for you if they make your symptoms worse. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate your condition. ? Avoid exposing yourself to known sourc
es of infection. Stay away from people with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infection. Your immune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you are using Flonase (flu
ticasone nasal ).
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Drug Interactions
Other medicines¡XAlthough certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your do
or may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your health care professional if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines.
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