Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray contains a medicine called triamcinolone acetonide. It is given as a spray in the nose to treat the nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Nasal symptoms of allergy include sneezing, itching, and having a blocked, stuffy or runny nose. This type of allergy, such as hay fever, can be caused by different pollens in different seasons of the year.
Warnings:
Do not use Nasacort Allergy if:
You are allergic (hypersensitive) to triamcinolone acetonide or any of the other ingredients of Nasacort Allergy Signs of an allergic reaction to Nasacort Allergy include: a rash (hives), itching, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Nasacort Allergy:
- You have any infection of the nose or throat that is not treated. If you get a fungal infection while using Nasacort Allergy, stop using the spray until the infection has been treated.
- You have recently had a nose operation, or had an injury or ulcer in the nose.
- You are being transferred from steroid injections or tablets to Nasacort Allergy spray
- You have had glaucoma or cataracts Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding please speak to your doctor before using this medication.
Directions for use:
The starting dose is 2 sprays in each nostril each day. Once the symptoms of allergy are under control, the dose may be lowered to 1 spray in each nostril each day.