Flonase nasal spray is a remedy for the stuffy, runny, itchy nose that plagues many allergy-sufferers. It can be used either for seasonal attacks of hay fever or for year-round allergic conditions. Flonase is a steroid medication. It works by relieving inflammation within the nasal passages.
The Flovent, Flovent Rotadisk, and Flovent Diskus oral inhalers are used to prevent flare-ups of asthma. They sometimes serve as a replacement for the steroid tablets that many people take to control asthma.
- worsening of asthma;
- wheezing;
- weight gain;
- vomiting;
- swelling of the face and tongue;
- stunted growth;
- sore or irritated throat;
- sneezing;
- sinus problems;
- shortness of breath;
- runny nose;
- respiratory tract infection;
- rash;
- nosebleeds;
- nausea;
- nasal sores;
- nasal irritation or burning;
- nasal congestion;
- mouth infection or swelling;
- loss of speech;
- itching;
- indigestion;
- hoarseness;
- hives;
- headache;
- flu;
- fever;
- facial changes;
- eye problems;
- dry nose;
- dry mouth;
- dizziness;
- diarrhea;
- depression;
- cough;
- congestion;
- cataracts;
- bruising;
- bronchitis;
- brittle bones;
- bad taste in mouth;
- back problems;
- anaphylactic reaction;
- agitation;
- aggression;
- aches and pains;
- abdominal pain;
FLONASE
Adults
The usual starting dose is 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Once your symptoms are under control, your doctor may reduce the dose to 1 spray in each nostril once daily.
Some people with seasonal allergies find that it's sufficient to use Flonase only on days when their symptoms flare up. If you use Flonase this way, take no more than 2 sprays per nostril on any given day.
Children
Flonase is not recommended for children under the age of 4. The recommended starting dose is 1 spray in each nostril once a day. If symptoms do not improve in a few days, the dose can be increased to 2 sprays in each nostril once a day, or 1 spray in each nostril twice a day. The dose should be reduced again once symptoms have subsided.
FLOVENT INHALATION AEROSOL
Adults and Children 12 and Over
If you are currently using an inhaled bronchodilator, the recommended starting dose is 88 micrograms twice a day. The maximum dose is 440 micrograms twice a day.
If you are currently using another steroid inhaler, the starting dose ranges from 88 to 220 micrograms twice daily. The maximum dose is 440 micrograms twice a day.
If you are taking oral steroid tablets, the doctor will start you at 880 micrograms of Flovent twice a day. He will slowly decrease your dose of steroid tablets, then lower your dose of Flovent.
Children Under 12
Flovent inhalation aerosol is not recommended.
FLOVENT ROTADISK AND FLOVENT DISKUS
Adults and Children 12 and Over
If you are currently using an inhaled bronchodilator, the recommended starting dose is 100 micrograms twice a day. The maximum dose is 500 micrograms twice a day.
If you are currently using another steroid inhaler, the starting dose ranges from 100 to 250 micrograms twice daily. The maximum dose is 500 micrograms twice a day.
If you are taking oral steroid tablets, the doctor will start you at 1000 micrograms of Flovent twice a day. He will slowly decrease your dose of steroid tablets, then lower your dose of Flovent.
Children 4 to 11 Years Old
For children already taking an inhaled bronchodilator or steroid, the recommended starting dose is 50 micrograms twice daily. The maximum dose is 100 micrograms twice a day.
Children Under 4
Not recommended.
