Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Composition of Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Flomist Az Nasal Spray contains Fluticasone Propionate (50mcg). It belongs to the Corticosteroid + H1 antihistamine class of medicines.

Uses of Flomist Az Nasal Spray

• Moderate to severe allergic rhinitis with nasal congestion
• sneezing
• runny nose and nasal itching when combination therapy is needed

Key benefits

• Dual-action allergy control
• relieves blocked nose
• reduces sneezing and runny nose
• decreases nasal itching
• quicker symptom relief

How Flomist Az Nasal Spray works

Fluticasone reduces inflammation in the nasal mucosa. Azelastine is an antihistamine that blocks H1 receptors to reduce allergic symptoms. The combination provides faster and broader symptom control than either alone.

How to take Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Use as prescribed; commonly 1 spray in each nostril twice daily. Shake/prime as per pack instructions, blow nose before use, avoid spraying into eyes. Use regularly; can be used with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Flomist Nasal Spray, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not use extra to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a racing heart, marked tremor, headache and a fall in blood potassium. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Most side effects of Flomist Az Nasal are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Bitter taste
• nosebleed
• nasal irritation
• headache
• drowsiness
• sore throat
• nausea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Warnings and precautions

May cause drowsiness in some people; avoid driving if affected. Avoid alcohol and other sedatives if sleepy. Do not use in untreated nasal infections. Long-term steroid use may rarely cause glaucoma/cataract or adrenal suppression. Seek help for severe nosebleeds or vision changes.

Do not take Flomist Az Nasal if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to the propellant used in the inhaler.

Interactions with other medicines

CNS depressants (sedating antihistamines, benzodiazepines, opioids) increase drowsiness; strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (ritonavir, cobicistat, ketoconazole) may increase fluticasone effects

How to store Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep container tightly closed.

Expert advice for Flomist Az Nasal Spray

Before using Flomist Nasal Spray, inform your doctor if you have an infection in your nose or have recently had any surgery on your nose. Do not increase the prescribed dose and inform the doctor if your symptoms do not improve or worsen. Avoid using Flomist Nasal Spray immediately after washing your face. If it is mixed with certain soaps or diluted with water, its effectiveness may be reduced. Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs. Do not use this medicine for longer periods of time than is advised by the doctor.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

Anti-allergic (Intranasal corticosteroid + antihistamine)

Drug class:

Corticosteroid + H1 antihistamine

Chemical class:

Steroid esters