Allergic reaction to the product
- Sudden swelling of the face or tongue
- A rash
- Wheezing or feeling faint
If you feel any of these symptoms, stop using FLONASE Allergy Relief and see a doctor right away.
Nose injury
- Severe or frequent nosebleeds
- Constant whistling sound that does not go away
Apply pressure to your nose. Stop using FLONASE Allergy Relief and see a doctor right away.
This could be a sign of damage to your nose. Stop using FLONASE Allergy Relief and see a doctor right away.
Eye conditions such as cataracts or glaucoma
- Cloudy vision
- Reduced vision
Have a yearly eye exam to check for these conditions. Read the Drug Facts on the back of the FLONASE Allergy Relief package for more details.
Growth effects
- Slower growth rate in some children while using product
Talk to your child’s doctor if you are concerned or if your child is between 4 and 11 years of age and needs to use FLONASE Allergy Relief for longer than 2 months a year.
Other side effects
- Headaches or sneezing
- Bad taste or smell
- Minor nosebleeds
- Dry or irritated nose or throat
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned.
DOSING
Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older
- Week 1—use 2 sprays in each nostril once daily
- Week 2 through 6 months—use 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril once daily, as needed to treat your symptoms.
- After 6 months of daily use—ask your doctor if you can keep using.
Children 4 to 11 Years of Age
- An adult should supervise use
- Use 1 spray in each nostril once daily
- The growth rate of some children may be slower while using this product. Children should use for the shortest amount of time necessary to achieve symptom relief.
- Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than 2 months a year.
Children Under 4 Years of Age
- Do not use.
WARNINGS
FLONASE Allergy Relief should only be sprayed in the nose. Don’t spray it in the eyes or mouth.
You should tell your doctor about all of the medications you take, including FLONASE Allergy Relief.
FLONASE Allergy Relief can be used with most non-prescription and prescription medicines. However, there are a few medicines to look out for because they may cause the level of FLONASE Allergy Relief in your body to become too high. Just to be safe, check this table to see if you’re taking any of these medicines.
Medicines for HIV infection (such as ritonavir)
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Medicines with glucocorticoids including some medicines for skin rash (such as eczema), asthma, inflammation, allergic reactions, or eye conditions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Ketoconazole pills for fungal infection
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
The following people should not use FLONASE or should check with a healthcare professional first before use.
Are younger than 4
Do not use FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Are pregnant or breast-feeding
Talk to a healthcare professional before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Have or had glaucoma or cataracts
Talk to your doctor before using FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Have an injury or surgery to your nose that is not fully healed
Do not use FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Have ever had an allergic reaction to FLONASE or any of its ingredients
Do not use FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Are taking medicine for HIV infection (such as ritonavir)
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Are taking ketoconazole pills
(medicine for fungal infection)
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
Are using a steroid medicine for asthma, allergies, skin rash, allergic reactions, inflammation, or eye conditions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using
FLONASE Allergy Relief.
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