Uses / Indications:
Flomist AZ 50mcg Nasal Spray is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergy symptoms, asthma, skin disorders and oral lichen planus.
Pregnancy interaction:
Flomist AZ 50mcg Nasal Spray may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dose is decreased or tapered over time. Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use. Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.
Side Effects:
Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.
How to use:
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray away from the cartilage diving the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat in the other nostril.
How it works:
Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs called glucocorticoids/steroids. It prevents the release of the substances in the body that cause inflammation and allergies..
Faq for medicine:
Is Flomist az an antibiotic/steroid/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinergic drug? : Flomist az is a steroid but not an antibiotic/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinerhic/decongestant drug.It is used to treat nasal congestion (decongestant) and other symptoms caused by allergies or conditions like asthma|Does it contain sulfa? : It does not contain sulfa|Is Flomist az available over the counter? : No. Flomist az is a prescription drug. It is not available over the counter|Is Flomist az the same as Nasonex/Flonase? : Flomist az is also available in the branded form as Flonase nasal spray|Does it contain acetaminophen? : However, Nasonex consists of another drug called Mometasone also used for treating nasal allergies. Acetaaminofen is a different medication|What is used for? : Fluticasone (in the form of inhaler) is used to treat symptoms of asthma and nasal inflammation such as coughing, wheezing, blocked nose, runny nose|Is Flomist az used for cold? : It is also used as topical cream to treat various skin allergies and infections. It is not used for common cold|Can I take Flomist az with Benadryl/Sudafed/Zyrtec/ Afrin/Allegra/Mucinex? : Yes. Flomist az may be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/Sudafed (pseudoephedrine)/Zyrtec (cetrizine)/ Afrin (oxymetazoline)/Allegra (fexofenadine)/Mucinex (guaifenesin) if prescribed by your doctor|Does Flomist az propionate cause weight gain/drowsiness/ wakefulness? : Flomist az may cause weight gain since it is a steroid drug. It may cause drowsiness or wakefulness. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor|Is Flomist az addictive? : No. Flomist az is not an addictive or a controlled/banned substance|Dose Flomist az cause nose bleeds? : Yes. The most common and expected side-effect of Flomist az nasal spray/inhaler is nose bleeding. If your bleeding is more or does not stop, please consult your doctor|Can I take Flomist az if I have high blood pressure? : It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking Flomist az if you have high blood pressure.
Medicine interaction:
Even while intranasal administration decreases systemic interactions, some interactions are nevertheless important:
CYP3A4 inhibitors (including ketoconazole, itraconazole, and ritonavir) might slow down the metabolism of fluticasone, which can raise its levels in the body and make systemic corticosteroid adverse effects more likely.
Other corticosteroids—using them together may raise the total steroid burden.
Other immunosuppressants can make immune suppression worse (be careful with infections).
Do not mix with other intranasal drugs unless your doctor tells you to.
Always let your doctor know about any prescription or over-the-counter drugs, herbal supplements, or inhalers you are using.
