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Flomist Nasal Spray Substitute

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Composition:

FLUTICASONE-50MCG

Uses:

Flomist Nasal Spray is used in the treatment of seasonal allergies, perennial allergies, and perennial non-allergic rhinitis. The detailed uses of Flomist Nasal Spray are as follows:<br/>• Allergic Rhinitis Relief: Flomist Nasal Spray is frequently used to alleviate symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by allergens such as pollen or dust mites.<br/>• Nasal Polyps Management: Flomist Nasal Spray helps reduce the size of nasal polyps in adults, improving airflow and relieving nasal obstruction.<br/>• Sinusitis Treatment: Flomist Nasal Spray can be part of a sinusitis treatment plan, targeting nasal inflammation to alleviate sinus-related issues.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Flomist Nasal Spray contains fluticasone. Fluticasone works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. As a result, it relieves symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and an itchy nose.

FAQs

Flomist Nasal Spray is used to manage nasal symptoms of seasonal, perennial allergic and non-allergic rhinitis.

Fluticasone is present in Flomist Nasal Spray. Fluticasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of specific molecules in the body that trigger inflammatory responses. As a result, it relieves symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and an itchy nose.

Avoid use in patients with recent nasal ulcers, surgery, or trauma. Please check with the doctor if you have concerns regarding this.

It may take several days of regular use for your rhinitis symptoms to get better. Call your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve or get worse.

Do not stop using the Flomist Nasal Spray unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so. Suddenly stopping treatment with Flomist Nasal Spray can make you feel unwell and may give you symptoms.

It is not advised to be used in persons with glaucoma or cataracts. The use of nasal corticosteroid medications may aggravate glaucoma and/or cataracts.

Flomist Nasal Spray may cause headaches in a few cases. Rest and drinking plenty of fluids are recommended. Don't consume too much alcohol. Consult your doctor if the headache persists or becomes severe.

If you miss a dose of Flomist Nasal Spray, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Flomist Nasal Spray may cause side effects like headaches, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, nose bleeds, trouble breathing, cough, burning, or itching. Most of these side effects of Flomist Nasal Spray do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Yes, Flomist Nasal Spray is safe if taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Yes, Flomist Nasal Spray contains fluticasone which belongs to the class of medications called corticosteroids.

Flomist Nasal Spray should be used as directed by the physician. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Using more than the prescribed dose of Flomist Nasal Spray may lead to an overdose. Avoid exceeding the prescribed dose and use it as advised by the doctor.

Patients with recent nasal ulcers, surgery, or trauma should avoid using this product. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

No, Flomist Nasal Spray is not used to treat an asthma attack. It is indicated for managing the nasal symptoms of seasonal, perennial allergic and non-allergic rhinitis.

Keep your hygiene in check and your surroundings neat. Stay hydrated. It is best to avoid coming into touch with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.