NASONEX® FAQs
Whether you have a current prescription for NASONEX® or are considering it as an option, you may want more information. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about NASONEX®. Talk to your doctor if you have any other questions or concerns about using NASONEX®.
Q. How quickly will NASONEX® start to
work?
A. You can get relief within 11 hours after
your first dose of NASONEX®. This is based on one single-dose,
parallel-group study of patients in an outdoor "park" setting (park
study) and one environmental exposure unit (EEU) study. Onset also was shown to
be within 2 days after the first dose in 2 randomized, double-blind,
placebo-controlled, parallel-group seasonal allergic rhinitis studies. The
maximum benefit is usually achieved within 1 to 2 weeks.
Q. Where can I find out more about nasal
allergies?
A. To learn more about nasal allergies, as
well as nasal allergy treatments, see:
Q. Is NASONEX®
safe?
A. NASONEX® has a proven safety
profile when used as directed. It is not addictive, and contains no alcohol. It
is non-habit forming, non-drowsy, and won't keep you up at night. Nasal
steroids like NASONEX® should not be confused with anabolic steroids,
which are sometimes misused by athletes to enlarge muscle mass and can have
serious side effects.
Side effects with NASONEX® were generally mild and included headache, viral infection, sore throat, nosebleeds, and coughing.
Q. Is NASONEX® safe for
children?
A. NASONEX® has a proven safety
profile and is FDA-approved for treating nasal allergy symptoms in adults and
children 2 years of age and older. It is approved for helping to prevent most
seasonal nasal allergy symptoms in patients 12 years and older, when initiated
2 to 4 weeks before allergy season.
Side effects with NASONEX® were generally mild and included headache, viral infection, sore throat, nosebleeds, and coughing.
Q. Does NASONEX® cause a "rebound
effect?"
A. A "rebound
effect"—when stuffiness and congestion worsen when you stop using
a medication—can occur when over-the-counter (OTC) decongestant nasal
sprays have been used longer than the recommended period. NASONEX® does
not cause a rebound effect. It is not an OTC medication and is only available
by prescription.
Q. What is the benefit of a nasally administered
medicine?
A. Nasal sprays like NASONEX®
deliver medication directly where it's needed.
Q. Does NASONEX® have an unpleasant
smell?
A. No. Unlike some other nasal spray
medications, NASONEX® is scent-free.
Q. How should I administer NASONEX® for
best results?
A. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist first, then see instructions in the
package insert, (Adobe Acrobat required), watch the
How
to Use NASONEX® tutorial, or read The
Right Way to Spray.
Q. Will NASONEX® provide relief for a
sudden allergic reaction?
A. No, NASONEX® is not designed to
relieve sudden allergic reactions. You need to use NASONEX® every day
to help control your nasal allergy symptoms. For further information, talk to
your doctor or pharmacist or refer to the package insert. (Adobe Acrobat required)
Q. What should I do if no spray comes out of the
bottle the first time I use NASONEX®?
A. If you are using NASONEX® for
the first time, you have to "prime" the bottle by spraying it about 10
times in the air or until a fine mist appears. If you haven't used
NASONEX® for at least 1 week, re-prime the bottle by spraying it twice
in the air. For further information, talk to your doctor or pharmacist or see
instructions in the package insert. (Adobe Acrobat
required).
Q. How should I store
NASONEX®?
A. Keep NASONEX® in a cool, dark
place such as a medicine cabinet or closet. Do not let it sit in direct light
for long periods of time.
Q. When should I order a refill of
NASONEX®?
A. If you're running low on
NASONEX®, be sure to order a refill several days in advance, so you
don't run out. To help you remember, sign
up for FREE refill reminders. You should keep track of the number
of sprays used from your bottle of NASONEX® Nasal Spray. To make sure
you get a full dose of medicine with each spray, your NASONEX® bottle
should be discarded after 120 sprays, even though the bottle may not appear to
be completely empty.
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