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Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml, Pack of 1 SPRAY
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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Cortispray Nasal Spray is used to treat Allergic rhinitis. It contains Triamcinolone, which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat inflammatory diseases. It relieves nasal and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal swelling caused by allergic rhinitis. Common side effects of Cortispray Nasal Spray may include nose/throat dryness, coughing, sneezing, nosebleeds, and unpleasant taste and smell.
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Synonym :

TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE

Composition :

TRIAMCINOLONE-0.05%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

NASAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Cortispray Nasal Spray

Cortispray Nasal Spray belongs to the class of medicines called corticosteroids. It is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal or year-round allergic rhinitis/hay fever. It treats allergy symptoms, such as runny nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, nose, and throat. Allergic rhinitis is inflammation and allergy of the nose caused by an allergen, such as pollen, dust, mold, or skin flakes from certain animals.

Cortispray Nasal Spray contains 'Triamcinolone' that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat inflammatory diseases. It relieves nasal and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal swelling caused by allergic rhinitis.

Use Cortispray Nasal Spray as directed by your physician. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Cortispray Nasal Spray include nose/throat dryness, coughing, sneezing, nosebleeds, and unpleasant taste and smell. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cortispray Nasal Spray, you should avoid it. Before taking Cortispray Nasal Spray, tell your doctor if you have any heart, liver, or renal illness, glaucoma, cataracts, TB, or nose difficulties. If you are pregnant or nursing, consult your doctor before using Cortispray Nasal Spray. Cortispray Nasal Spray is not suggested for children under the age of two. If you have been prescribed large dosages of Cortispray Nasal Spray to treat your symptoms, you may need to carry a steroid emergency card.

Uses of Cortispray Nasal Spray

Treatment of Allergic rhinitis

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Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration.• Blow your nose to clear the nostrils before use. Insert the nozzle into one nostril while closing the other nostril. Spray the medicine while breathing in. Repeat for the other nostril if required.• Shake the nasal spray well before each use.

Medicinal Benefits

Cortispray Nasal Spray alleviates allergy symptoms in seasonal allergies and allergic rhinitis. It contains 'Triamcinolone,' which acts by inhibiting the release of particular chemical messengers involved in allergy and non-allergic-mediated inflammation and so aids in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. It improves nose and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal oedema caused by allergic rhinitis. It also makes the nasal passages less susceptible to allergens such as pollen, animal dander, and dust mites.

How Cortispray Nasal Spray Works

Cortispray Nasal Spray contains 'Triamcinolone' that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. Thereby, it helps treat inflammatory diseases. It relieves nasal and sinus congestion, mucus production, and nasal swelling caused by allergic rhinitis.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml
  • Get plenty of rest and sleep.
  • Keep your body warm.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Avoid strenuous activities.
  • Maintain good hygiene to prevent flu from spreading.
  • Drink warm fluids such as warm water with honey, broth, soup or herbal tea to soothe sore throat.
  • Gargle with warm salt water.
  • Suck on lozenges to increase the production of saliva and soothe your throat.
  • Use a humidifier to soothe sore throat as it adds moisture to the air and makes breathing easier.
Managing Medication-Triggered Bronchitis (Inflammation of the bronchial tubes): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience symptoms like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing after taking medication, seek medical attention immediately.
  • Your healthcare provider will work with you to stop the medication causing the reaction, start alternative treatments, and provide supportive therapy.
  • To manage symptoms and prevent complications, follow your doctor's advice to use inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed, practice good hygiene, avoid irritants, stay hydrated, and get plenty of rest.
  • Regularly track your symptoms and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
  • You can take your medicine with meals to lower the chances of getting stomach pain.
  • Avoid foods that are acidic, spicy, sugary, or greasy.
  • Eat foods that are easily digestible such as rice, toast, and bananas.
  • Eat your meals in smaller amounts throughout the day to prevent strain on your stomach and digestion.
  • Drink water or fluids to stay hydrated and prevent stomach upset.
  • Use a heating pad or massage your stomach area.
  • Engage in mild physical activities such as yoga and walking.
Managing Medication-Triggered Epistaxis (Nosebleed): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience nosebleeds or unusual bleeding after taking medication, seek medical attention right away and schedule an appointment to discuss your symptoms with your doctor.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing the dosage, switching to a different medication, or stopping the medication.
  • If your doctor advises, take steps to manage bleeding and promote healing, such as applying pressure, using saline nasal sprays, or applying a cold compress, using humidifiers, avoiding blowing or picking your nose, and applying petroleum jelly to the nostrils.
  • Schedule follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and prevent future episodes.
  • Try relaxation methods such as meditation or deep breathing exercises to help manage stress.
  • Engage in activities that keep your hands occupied.
  • Get regular exercise to reduce anxiety and stress.
  • Focus on consuming a well-rounded diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein sources.
  • Include foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and antioxidants.
  • Maintain a gentle skin care routine to keep your skin healthy.
  • Use gentle, non-irritating products to care for your skin.
  • Keep your nails trimmed short.
  • Consult a mental health professional or dermatologist for personalised guidance and support to help you manage excoriation.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cortispray Nasal Spray

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. If you suspect that you may have overdosed of Cortispray Nasal Spray or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. No specific side effects have been reported under these circumstances.

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Cortispray Nasal Spray and if you are using any other medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements. Let your doctor know if you have a recent history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, cataracts, nasal surgery, and chronic nasal inflammation before using it. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use it with proper consultation and caution. It can be used in children above two years of age with a doctor's advice.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TriamcinoloneMifepristone
Critical
TriamcinoloneDesmopressin
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TriamcinoloneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Using Mifepristone with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml can significantly reduce the effects of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml with Mifepristone is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any unusual symptoms contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Co-administration of desmopressin together with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml may increase the risk of hyponatremia (a condition associated with low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml with Desmopressin is not recommended, but it should be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, headache, tiredness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, confusion, muscle spasm, weakness, , decreased urination and loss of appetite(less desire to eat), contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneAtazanavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Co-administration of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml with atazanavir can increase the blood levels of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml and atazanavir, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience swelling, weight gain, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, and excessive growth of facial or body hair. Do not any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Taking bupropion with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between bupropion and Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneLevofloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Taking levofloxacin with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml may increase the risk of tendinitis(inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to bone)

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between levofloxacin and Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience pain, swelling, or inflammation in a tendon such as the back of the ankle, shoulder, biceps, hand, or thumb. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting your doctor.
TriamcinoloneVigabatrin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Using Vigabatrin together with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml, especially for prolonged periods, may increase the risk of serious side effects associated with vision loss.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml and vigabatrin, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Taking clarithromycin can cause higher levels of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml and Clarithromycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience swelling, weight gain, high blood sugar, weak muscles, feeling down, acne, thin skin, easy bruising, irregular periods, too much facial or body hair, strange fat distribution, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TriamcinoloneDesirudin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Using desirudin together with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml may increase the risk of bleeding

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml and Desirudin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TriamcinoloneLeflunomide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Taking Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml with leflunomide can increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Leflunomide and Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TriamcinoloneRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml:
Taking Ritonavir and Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml may significantly increase the blood levels of Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ritonavir and Cortispray Nasal Spray 10 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as swelling, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Know your triggers, like allergens, such as pollen, dust, and food items and try to avoid them.
  • Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking. 
  • Drink extra fluids while you take Cortispray Nasal Spray. This helps loosen congestion and lubricate the throat.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.
  • Learning breathing exercises will help you move more air in and out of your lungs.
  • Avoid cold foods and drinks to ease your nasal congestion.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. Doing meditation, deep breathing,  and progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS - NASAL
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol while using Cortispray Nasal Spray. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Cortispray Nasal Spray is a category C class. There is limited data available on how Cortispray Nasal Spray affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using Cortispray Nasal Spray if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

There is limited data available on how Cortispray Nasal Spray affects breastfeeding. If you are a nursing mother, please consult your doctor before using Cortispray Nasal Spray.

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Driving

Caution

Cortispray Nasal Spray does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you experience unmanageable symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better and focused.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver problems, inform your doctor before using Cortispray Nasal Spray. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before using Cortispray Nasal Spray. Your doctor may prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Cortispray Nasal Spray is not recommended for use in children below two years as the safety and efficacy are not established.However, caution should be exercised in children above two years of age and used only when advised by your paediatrician.

FAQs

Cortispray Nasal Spray is used to treat Allergic rhinitis.

Cortispray Nasal Spray works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers involved in allergic and non-allergic-mediated inflammation. It also makes the nasal passages less sensitive to allergic triggers like pollen, animal dander or dust mites.

You are not recommended to use Cortispray Nasal Spray to treat runny, itchy or stuffy nose and sneezing caused by the common cold. Cortispray Nasal Spray is only used to treat symptoms caused by allergic and nonallergic rhinitis. Therefore, if you have a runny nose caused by a common cold, please consult a doctor so that appropriate medication is prescribed.

Do not stop using Cortispray Nasal Spray even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. However, if you experience any difficulty while using Cortispray Nasal Spray, please consult your doctor.

It is advised not to share this medicine with another person to avoid spreading infections. Also, to prevent contamination, please do not use the spray bottle after 28-30 days of opening it.

Unlike other anti-allergic medicines, Cortispray Nasal Spray does not cause drowsiness or sedation.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

#1, Fourrts Avenue, Annai Indira Nagar, Okkiyam Thoraipakkam, Chennai, India
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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:21 PM IST

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Reference

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