| What is Nasacort?
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Nasacort is a metered-dose inhaler containing the anti-inflammatory steroid medication, triamcinolone
acetonide. Nasacort AQ is a metered-dose pump spray. Nasacort and Nasacort AQ are prescribed to relieve the symptoms of hay fever and other nasal allergies. Nasacort is also used in the treatment of nasal
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| Are there any side effects associated with Nasacort?
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Nasacort side effects may include headache.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. Less common Nasacort side effects may include dryness of the membranes lining the nose, mouth, and throat, nasal irritation, nasal and sinus congestion, nosebleeds, sneezing,
and throat discomfort. Nasacort AQ side effects may include
headache, nosebleed, and stuffy nose. |
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| How is Nasacort taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Nasacort provided by your doctor. You should begin to see improvement after a week, although it may take 2 weeks or more to achieve the greatest benefit. Nasacort AQ should begin to produce results on the first day, but will take a week to yield maximum benefit.
Discard the Nasacort canister after 100 inhalations and the Nasacort AQ bottle after 120 actuations. If the drug irritates your throat, gargling and rinsing your mouth with water after each dose can help to relieve the problem. If you are using a bronchodilator inhalant, it should be used before the
Nasacort inhalant to derive the best effects from this drug. Use of the two
inhalers should be separated by several minutes. Do not spray Nasacort directly onto the bone that separates the nostrils. Avoid spraying either medication in your eyes.
If you miss a dose use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Nasacort with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Nasacort. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
Inhaled steroids such as Nasacort and Nasacort AQ are not recommended for long-term use while you are taking prednisone. |
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| How should I store Nasacort?
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Store Nasacort at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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