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Why is this medication prescribed?
Nasonex nasal spray prevents and relieves the runny, stuffy nose that accompanies hay fever and year-round allergies. It contains a steroid medication that fights inflammation.
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Overdose
Acne; blurred vision; bone fractures; excess hair growth in females; fullness or rounding of the face, neck, and trunk; high blood pressure; impotence in males ; increased urination or thirst;
lack of menstrual periods; menstrual changes; muscle wasting and weakness
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Side Effects
More common side effects may include:
Coughing, flu-like symptoms, headache, muscle and bone pain, nosebleed, painful menstruation, respiratory tract infection, sinus inflammation, sore throat, v
iral infection
Less common side effects may include:
Asthma, bronchitis, chest pain, diarrhea, earache, eye inflammation, flu-like symptoms, indigestion, joint pain, muscle aches, nausea
, pinkeye, runny nose, vomiting, wheezing
Rare side effects may include:
Allergic reactions, nasal ulcers, swollen mouth and throat, yeast infection in the nose or mouth
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Proper Use of This Medicine
Nasonex nasal inhalation controls the nasal symptoms of allergies but does not cure them. You should begin to feel an improvement in your nasal allergies within 1--2 days of the first dose of Nasonex
nasal inhalation. It may take 1--2 weeks until you feel the full benefit of Nasonex nasal inhalation. Continue to use Nasonex nasal inhalation even if you feel well.
Before you use Nasonex n
asal inhalation the first time, read the written instructions that come with it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to show you how to use it. Practice using the inhaler while he or she watches.
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Other Medicines
Tell your health care professional if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines, such as:
- Ephedrine or
- Phenobarbital or
- Rifampin (e
.g., Rifadin)¡XEphedrine, phenobarbital, and rifampin may decrease the blood levels of nasal Nasonex, such as dexamethasone, warranting an increase in corticosteroid dose
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Precautions Before Using This Medicine
Allergies¡XTell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Nasonex. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preser
atives, or dyes.
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