Side
Effects
Headache or sore throat might occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify
your doctor promptly. Very unlikely but report promptly: vision changes, unusual
nasal bleeding or irritation/pain, blood-tinged mucus/phlegm, unusual increase
in thirst or urination, nausea, weakness, weight loss. In the unlikely event
you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your
doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, current infections,
other nasal problems, glaucoma, cataracts. Avoid exposure to chickenpox or
measles while using corticosteroids (e.g., mometasone, prednisone), especially
oral products. If exposed, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Though very
unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream.
This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid
treatment. This is especially true for children and for those who have used
this for an extended period if they also have serious medical problems such
as serious infections, injuries or surgeries. This precaution applies for
up to one year after stopping use of this drug. Consult your doctor or pharmacist
for more details. Caution is advised in children as this drug may affect
growth patterns. Consult child's doctor. This medication should be used only
when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with
your doctor. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may
use, especially: other nasal products, other corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone).
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency
room immediately.
Notes
Do not share this medication with others. Medical examinations including the
nose are generally performed during prolonged use of this product to check
for side effects. Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time
of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 -25 degrees C) away
from light and moisture.
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