Generic Flonase
Drug name: Flonase
Active Ingredients: fluticasone propionateTherapeutic actions: Flonase contains the active ingredient fluticasone which belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. In therapeutic doses the medication exerts anti inflammatory, antiedemic and anti inflammatory action. Anti-inflammatory action is associated with interaction of the medication with corticosteroid receptors. Flonase inhibits the release and production of inflammatory mediators. Anti-allergic action is observed in 2-4 hours after the first application. The medication lowers nasal itching, sneezing, rhinitis, relieves eye symptoms related to allergic rhinitis.
Indications: Flonase is indicated in the following conditions:
- Treatment of seasonal and all year-round nasal allergy symptoms
- Treatment of non allergic rhinitis.
Contraindications and cautions:
Flonase should not be taken if any of the following conditions apply to you:- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Children under 4 years of age
Flonase should be used with caution in:
- Herpes Zoster
- Bacterial infections of the upper respiratory tract
- Surgical interventions on the nasal cavity
- Concomitant use with corticosteroids
Adverse effects: There are possible side effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Flonase will experience it or any other.
- Flonase may cause the following side effects: headache, dryness and irritation of the nasopharynx, taste changes, nasal congestion, nasal bleedings; in very rare cases- perforation of nasal septum.
- Allergic reactions: skin rash, anaphylactic reactions, bronchospasms, edema.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with Flonase, please read the information provided with Flonase or consult your doctor or pharmacist.Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Flonase. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
Especially pay attention to the following drugs:- Antibiotics
- Antifungals
- Protease inhibitors
