Common
uses
This medicine is a
corticosteroid used to treat the symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic
rhinitis (hay fever). It may also be used to treat other conditions as
determined by your doctor.
Aerosol
Chemical Name: TRIAMCINOLONE (trye-am-SIN-oh-lone)
Before
using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR
PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for
using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine is to be used in the
nose. This medicine may come with an instruction leaflet. Ask your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have before using this
medicine. SHAKE WELL before using a dose. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Do not
puncture, break, or burn container, even if it appears empty. IF YOU MISS A
DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is much more than 1
hour since your missed dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular
dosing schedule.
Cautions
IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL DAYS for
this medicine to give full benefit. Continue to use it as directed during this
time. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE more often or for a longer time than your doctor
recommended. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other nasal problems. AVOID GETTING
THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR EYES. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD CHICKENPOX OR MEASLES, avoid
contact with anyone who has either of these diseases. THIS MEDICINE MAY AFFECT
GROWTH RATE in children. Your child's growth should be checked regularly while
using this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with
your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT
IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE
BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away
during treatment, include headache, dry nose, throat irritation, sneezing or
nose bleeds. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you
notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result
in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected,
contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional
information
If your symptoms do not
improve within 3 weeks or if they become worse, check with your doctor. DO NOT
SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of
children. ALWAYS HAVE A SPARE INHALER available in case the unit malfunctions
or is empty. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain
refills before your supply runs out.
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