Flixonase

Flixonase (Fluticasone Propionate) is used to treat seasonal (occurring at certain times only) and perennial (year round) allergic and non-allergic rhinitis (a runny nose), and other nasal symptoms, including itchiness, congestion and sneezing. This nasal spray is a type of corticosteroid medication. It relieves nasal symptoms by helping to prevent and reduce inflammation in the nasal passages.

Flixonase (Fluticasone Propionate) is administered by spraying it into the nose. You should always blow your nose gently prior to spraying it. The exact dosage varies, however, your doctor will probably direct you to take a high dosage to begin with, which may then be reduced. It is important to note that it can take as long as 12 hours after the first dose before this medication begins to work, and in addition to this, it may be several days before the full benefits are noticed.

Patients using Flixonase (Fluticasone Propionate) nasal spray to treat nasal symptoms should be aware that some side effects may occur, such as:

• Nosebleeds
• Nasal irritation
• Sinus pain
• White sores inside the nose
• Back pain

If any of the above mentioned side effects persists or becomes worse, you should consult your doctor. Although it is rare, there are also other more serious side effects associated with using this nasal spray. Immediately consult your doctor if you notice acne, changes in vision, hallucinations, wounds that will not heal, fever or any other side effects not mentioned here.

If you suffer from or have ever suffered from nasal injury, tuberculosis, eye infections, glaucoma or cataracts, you should inform your doctor of this before you use this medication.

Although it is not considered to be likely, there is a slight possibility that prolonged use of this drug by children could affect their growth.