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Active Ingredients: Fluticasone propionate (glucocorticoid) 50 mcg

Excipients: benzalkonium chloride, dextrose, microcrystalline cellulose, phenylethyl alcohol, polysorbate 80, purified water, sodium carboxymethylcellulose

Allergy symptom reliever

Uses
Temporarily relieves these symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Directions
ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER CHILDREN 4 TO 11 YEARS OF AGE Children should use for the shortest amount of time necessary to achieve symptom relief. Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than two months a year. CHILDREN UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE do not use

Warnings
Only for use in the nose. Do not spray into your eyes or mouth. have or had glaucoma or cataracts ask a health professional before use. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Other information
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Questions or comments?
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Consumer Information
FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SPRAY QUESTIONS & ANSWERS WHAT FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SPRAY IS, HOW TO USE IT, AND WHAT TO EXPECT. UNDERSTANDING FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SPRAY What Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is, and how it works. What is Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is an effective, allergy medicine What is the active ingredient in Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? The active ingredient in Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is called fluticasone propionate. A glucocorticoid is a kind of steroid that is different from the anabolic (muscle-building) steroids sometimes misused by athletes. In fact, world class athletes are allowed to use glucocorticoids during competition to treat their allergies. Who should not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? For complete guidance, check the Drug Facts Can I use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for asthma? No, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is not a treatment for asthma. Can I use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for colds? No, use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray to treat only your allergies en dash What happens when you have allergies? Allergies start when Your body’s natural response How does Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray work? Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray works right in your nose Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Most common OTC allergy pills act on histamine alone. Because of the way it works, it may take several days for Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray to reach maximum effect. That’s why it’s best to use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray regularly, once a day. Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray not only relieves sneezing, itchy nose, runny nose and itchy, watery eyes, but also relieves nasal congestion. Who should not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray or check with a doctor first? Some people should not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray, or need to check with a health professional first. This table offers a quick summary of these situations. If youellipsis Here’s what to doellipsis Are younger than 4 Do not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Are pregnant or breast-feeding Talk to a health professional before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Have or had glaucoma or cataracts Talk to your doctor before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Have an injury or surgery to your nose Do not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Have ever had an allergic reaction Do not use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Are taking a medicine for HIV infection (such as ritonavir) Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Are taking ketoconazole pills Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Are using a steroid medicine for asthma, allergies, skin rash, allergic reactions, inflammation or eye conditions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray What problems can Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray help with? Allergies can cause uncomfortable symptoms like congestion and itchy eyes. These symptoms can be triggered by allergens like pollen, mold, dust or pet dander. Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray helps relieve a broad range of symptoms For example, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray helps with: Nasal symptoms Eye symptoms Outdoor allergens Animal allergens Indoor allergens USING FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SPRAY How to get the best results with Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. Read the Drug Facts label on the back of the package or the Quick Start Guide on the other side Watch for purple color - it shows where there is different information for children ages 4-11, compared to users age 12 or older. If you still have questions I know how to use a nasal spray. Why do I have to follow the directions? If you don’t use the spray bottle correctly, you might not get a full dose. Follow the simple directions in the Quick Start Guide If my symptoms go away, should I stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? You may be tempted to stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray when you start to feel better. It’s important you keep using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray daily as long as you’re exposed to allergens If you suffer allergy symptoms only during certain times, like when pollen levels are high, you may stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray when that time ends. If you are age 12 or older and need to use daily for longer than 6 months or age 4-11 and need to use for longer than 2 months a year, check with your doctor. What if I miss a dose by accident? If you miss a dose, just use your regular dose the next day. Can I keep using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray year round? Some people suffer from allergies all year. If you are age 12 or older and have used Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for six months or age 4-11 and have used for two months a year, check with your doctor to make sure it’s OK to keep using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray daily. In fact, it’s a good idea for anyone with persistent allergies to talk with a doctor every so often about symptoms and medicines. Can I share my Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? Do not share a bottle of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. Can I spray Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray in my eyes or mouth? No, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is meant to work only in your nose Never spray Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray in your eyes or your mouth. Some decongestants may increase blood pressure. Does Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray increase blood pressure? When used as directed, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray does not increase blood pressure. Won’t I waste product by priming? It’s not a waste to prime the pump, because it helps you get a full dose. Don’t worry about running out due to priming. Always point the spray bottle away from your face How long should a bottle of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray last? This table shows roughly how long your bottle will last. After you’ve used the number of sprays shown on the label, each spray may not deliver a full dose em dash even if there is liquid left in the bottle. If the label saysellipsis The bottle should last age 12+ellipsis The bottle should last age 4-11ellipsis 60 sprays 2 weeks 4 weeks 72 sprays 2 weeks 5 weeks 120 sprays 4 weeks 8 weeks 144 sprays 5 weeks 10 weeks* *Check with a doctor if a child 4-11 needs to use longer than 2 months a year Is Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray OK to use with other medicines? You should tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray can be used with most non-prescription and prescription medicines. Just to be safe, check this table If you’re takingellipsis Here’s what to doellipsis Medicines for HIV infection (such as ritonavir) Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Medicines with glucocorticoids Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Ketoconazole Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray What are the differences in the way children age 4-11 should use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray? Children age 4-11 should use a lower dose shorter period of time. Ages Children 4-11 years of age Users 12 years of age and older Dosage 1 spray in each nostril once daily Up to 2 sprays in each nostril once daily Duration before checking with a doctor Up to 2 months of use a year Up to 6 months of daily use Why is the use of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for children age 4-11 limited to 2 months a year before checking with a doctor? When used long-term, intranasal glucocorticoids like Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray may cause the growth rate of some children to be slower. Whether this will affect a child’s ultimate height is not known. As a precaution, children should use for the shortest amount of time necessary to achieve symptom relief. Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than 2 months a year. WHAT TO EXPECT What it’s like to use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. How soon will I get relief? You may start to feel relief the first day you use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. How long will the relief last? Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is meant to control your symptoms every day, all day and all night. Does Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray cause a “rebound” effect? No, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray does not cause a rebound effect. Some nasal decongestant sprays may cause your nasal passages to swell up even more when you use them too often or for longer than their label says you should (three days). This is sometimes called a “rebound effect. ” Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray is a different kind of medicine and does not cause any rebound effect. You can use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for up to six months if you are age 12 or older or up to two months a year if you are age 4-11 before checking with a doctor. Will Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray make me drowsy? No, Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray does not cause drowsiness. Why does Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray have a smell? The light floral scent you may notice What if little or nothing is spraying out? Try priming the spray bottle. If that doesn’t work, the spray nozzle may be clogged. You can clean it following the directions in the Quick Start Guide on the other side. What if I feel stinging in my nose, or I sneeze? Some people may feel a slight stinging, or may sneeze, after spraying Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray in their nostrils. This feeling should go away What if I feel or taste the medicine in my throat? Generally, you can avoid this by taking a shallower breath What if I have chicken pox, measles or tuberculosis or come into contact with someone who does? Stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray and ask your doctor. What if I’m having severe sinus pain? If you feel severe pain in your face, have thick nasal discharge, or think you may have a sinus infection, stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray and see your doctor. What if my symptoms aren’t better after one week? If you have used Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for a week and your allergy symptoms are not getting better, stop use and ask your doctor. Does Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray have side effects? Serious side effects are rare Here are some side effects that have been reported when using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray. If you have any concerns about side effects, talk with your doctor. Side effect What could happen What to do Allergic reaction to the product If you feel any of these symptoms, stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray and see a doctor right away. Nose injury Apply pressure to your nose. Stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray and see a doctor. This could be a sign of damage to your nose. Stop using Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray and see a doctor right away. Eye conditions Have a yearly eye exam to check for these conditions. Read the Drug Facts on the back of the Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray package for more details. Growth effects Talk to your doctor if you are concerned or if a child age 4-11 needs to use Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray for longer than two months a year. Other side effects Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are concerned. STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? 1-800-719-9260 FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SPRAY QUICK START GUIDE HOW TO START GETTING ALLERGY RELIEF RIGHT NOW USE THE RIGHT DOSE Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray works best when you use it daily. Here’s how to get started. Children age 4-11 An adult should supervise use Use one spray in each nostril once daily. Don’t use more than one spray in each nostril per day. If you miss a dose, Check with a doctor Users age 12 or older In your first week Use two sprays in each nostril every day. Don’t use more than two sprays in each nostril per day. After your first week If your symptoms are under control, you may reduce to one spray in each nostril every day. If your symptoms get worse, go back to two sprays in each nostril. If you miss a dose, WARNING: Do not spray in your eyes. Only for use in your nose. KEEP IT CLEAN A clean spray nozzle helps ensure a full dose. Clean it weekly, or if it’s clogged. Don’t try to unblock nozzle with pin or sharp object em dash that can damage it. Remove spray nozzle by grasping at base and pulling up. Rinse under running tap, and dry at room temperature. Aim away from your face and gently replace spray nozzle until you hear a soft click. If spray nozzle is clogged, 2 3 GET THE RELIEF YOU NEED. Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray can relieve your allergy symptoms. For best results, it’s important to get a full dose. Here’s how, in five easy steps. Gently shake spray bottle. Remove clear cap. Do this when: Otherwise go to Step 3. Aim away from face. Grasp spray bottle as shown. Pump until fine mist appears. Pumped six times and still no mist? Spray nozzle may be clogged. See KEEP IT CLEAN Blow nose gently to clear nostrils. Close one nostril and put tip of spray nozzle in other nostril. Put just the tip into your nose. Aim slightly away from center of nose. While sniffing gently, press down on spray nozzle once or twice (according to dosing instructions). You’ll feel a light mist in your nose. Breathe out through your mouth. Repeat in other nostril. Wipe spray nozzle with clean tissue and replace cap. Distributed By Perrigoregistered Allegan, MI 49010 1G700 00 J5 1G700 00 J6 image 1 Image 2 Image 3 image 3 image 9 image 10 image 11 image 12 image 13 image 14 image 15 image 16 image 17 image 18 image 19 image 20 image 21 image 22 image 23.

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