Nasacort Nasal Spray contain Triamcinolone acetonide and can be used to treat itching, coughing, and runny nose brought on by seasonal allergies or hay fever.
Uses
Nasacort Nasal Spray can be used in the treatment and prevention of the following conditions:
- Seasonal Allergies like itching, coughing, Runny nose
- Nasacort Nasal Spray prevents the release of compounds from the body that cause inflammation.
- It’s a steroid spray which may help improve nasal congestion and might be helpful to decrease snoring and as an adjunctive treatment for obstructive sleep apnea when allergic rhinitis is current.
- Triamcinolone nasal may also be utilized for different functions not listed in this medication guide.
Precautions
- Nasacort shouldn’t be used if you have an open wound or ulcer inside your nose.
- The use of this medication in pregnancy shows adverse effects in animals and use in lactation is unknown. If you’re nursing or pregnant, you need to go over the security and risks versus rewards with your doctor.
- If you’ve had recent therapy with other corticosteroid drugs, you might not wish to utilize Nasacort.
- Certain eye conditions like increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, or cataracts might be a contraindication.
- In case you have an untreated disease, particularly with tuberculosis, herpes simplex impacting the eye, or exposure to measles or varicella (chickenpox), Nasacort ought to be used with care.
- It might not be a good idea to use it in case you suffer from recurrent nosebleeds (epistaxis).
- Children must be followed closely if long-term usage happens.
Contraindications
Nasacort is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to triamcinolone acetonide or to any of the other ingredients of this preparation.
Mechanism
Nasacort nasal spray includes the active ingredient triamcinolone acetonide, which is a form of medication called a corticosteroid (or steroid).
Corticosteroids are hormones produced naturally by the adrenal glands which have many important functions, including control of inflammatory responses.
When administered to the nose, then triamcinolone is absorbed into the tissues of the nasal lining. It works by preventing those cells by releasing substances which trigger inflammatory and allergic responses. Additionally, it may help alleviate associated eye symptoms such as itchy, red and watery eyes.
Side effects
The most Frequent side effects after nasal inhalation of Nasacort (triamcinolone acetonide) are:
- Increased cough,
- Nausea or vomiting,
- Sore throat,
- Nasal itching and soreness,
- Nasal congestion,
- Sneezing,
- Nasal burning,
- Bloody nasal discharge,
- Depression,
- Acne,
- Increased hair growth
- Irregular menstrual cycles,
- Nasal dryness.
Other adverse effects reported with intranasal triamcinolone acetonide contain:
- Headache ,
- Nausea , and
- watery eyes.
Nasacort Spray in Pregnancy & Lactation
Significant complications (like cleft palateand births) have been reported if oral corticosteroids were administered during maternity . It’s not known if the tiny amounts of corticosteroids which show up in the blood after intranasal use take the identical risk. Triamcinolone acetonide use during pregnancy ought to be avoided unless your doctor feels that the possible therapeutic benefit outweighs the possible risk to the embryo.
It’s unknown if triamcinolone acetonide collects in breast milk. But, it’s understood that other corticosteroids are excreted in breast milk. The consequences on the child, if any, are still unknown.
Nasacort Spray Interactions
Inform your doctor about all the medications you take, including non-prescription and prescription medications, vitamins, minerals, and herbal nutritional supplements. Especially tell your Physician if you take:
- Antibiotics
- Amphotericin B
- Anticholinesterase agents like donepezil, rivastigmine, and galantamine.
- Aminoglutethimide
- Anticoagulants like warfarin
- Non-steroidal anti inflammatory agents like aspirin, Naproxen, and celecoxib.
- Antidiabetic agents
- Isoniazid
- Digoxin
- Phenytoin
- Ketoconazole
- Cholestyramine
- Cyclosporine
- Estrogens,
- Carbamazepine
- Rifampin
This isn’t a comprehensive list of all Nasacort drug interactions. Consult your physician or pharmacist to learn more.
Dosage
Use exactly as prescribed by your physician. Don’t use in smaller or larger quantities or for longer than advised. Follow the instructions on your prescription label.
Adult:
2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Reduce dose as symptoms improve.
Children:
- Age less than 2yrs: not suggested.
- Age 2-6yrs: 1 spray in each nostril once daily.
- Age 6-12yrs: 1 spray in each nostril once daily; max 2 sprays in each nostril once daily.
Note: If you forget to use your Nasacort nasal spray utilize it as soon as you remember, unless it’s almost time for your next dose. In this scenario just leave out the forgotten dose and take the next dose as normal. Do not use a double dose to make up for a missed dose.