Nasacort Allergy Nasal Spray contains a medicine called triamcinolone acetonide. It is given as a spray in the nose to treat the nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis. Nasal symptoms of allergy include sneezing, itching, and having a blocked, stuffy or runny nose. This type of allergy, such as hay fever, can be caused by different pollens in different seasons of the year.
Warnings:
Do not use Nasacort Allergy if:
You are allergic (hypersensitive) to triamcinolone acetonide or any of the other ingredients of Nasacort Allergy Signs of an allergic reaction to Nasacort Allergy include: a rash (hives), itching, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Nasacort Allergy:
You have any infection of the nose or throat that is not treated. If you get a fungal infection while using Nasacort Allergy, stop using the spray until the infection has been treated.
You have recently had a nose operation, or had an injury or ulcer in the nose.
You are being transferred from steroid injections or tablets to Nasacort Allergy spray
You have had glaucoma or cataracts Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding please speak to your doctor before using this medication.
Directions for use:
The starting dose is 2 sprays in each nostril each day. Once the symptoms of allergy are under control, the dose may be lowered to 1 spray in each nostril each day.