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nasonex nasal spray(nose) (Mechanism of action (Nasonex nasal spray is a…
nasonex nasal spray(nose)
Mechanism of action
Nasonex nasal spray is a purified salt solution used for wetting the nasal passages
NASONEX Nasal Spray 50 mcg is a corticosteroid demonstrating potent anti-inflammatory properties.
It is especially useful for clearing stuffy nasal passages in children who cannot blow their nose.
The precise mechanism of corticosteroid action on allergic rhinitis is not known. Corticosteroids have been shown to have a wide range of effects on multiple cell type.
Indications
Nasonex is also used to treat growths in the nose (nasal polyps) in adults
Nasonex is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies.
Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation
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Route of adminstration
Administer NASONEX Nasal Spray 50 mcg by the intranasal route only.
Prior to initial use of NASONEX Nasal Spray, 50 mcg, the pump must be primed by actuating ten times or until a fine spray appears.
The pump may be stored unused for up to 1 week without repriming
If unused for more than 1 week, reprime by actuating two times, or until a fine spray appears.
Side effects
severe or ongoing nose bleed
sores in the nose that won't heal;
wheezing, trouble breathing;
vision problems
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms
Less serious side effects may include:
headache;
Storage condition
Protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so
Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed.
Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.
contraindication
NASONEX Nasal Spray is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to mometasone furoate or any of its ingredients
decreased function of the adrenal gland
Perforation of the Wall that Divides the Nose
Infection caused by the Varicella Zoster Virus
nasal infection due to the fungus Candida albicans
Defination
Nasonex is used to treat and prevent nasal symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal or year-round allergies.