over the counter version of nasonex

What is the most important information I should know about Nasonex nasal?
• Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you over the counter version of nasonex. Too muchmay cause serious side effects over the counter version of nasonex.
• Use Nasonex nasal on a regular basis for best results over the counter version of nasonex. It may take severalweeks to get the maximum effect of this medication over the counter version of nasonex.
• Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection over the counter version of nasonex. Stay away frompeople with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infectious disease over the counter version of nasonex. Yourimmune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you areusing Nasonex nasal over the counter version of nasonex.

What is Nasonex nasal?
• Mometasone is a steroid over the counter version of nasonex. It prevents the release of substances in thebody that cause inflammation over the counter version of nasonex.
• Nasonex is used nasally to prevent and treat the nasal symptoms of allergiesand other seasonal reactions over the counter version of nasonex.
• Nasonex nasal may also be used for purposes other than those listed inthis medication guide over the counter version of nasonex.

Who should not use Nasonex nasal?
• Before using Nasonex nasal, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you havea viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind over the counter version of nasonex. The absorption of thisdrug into your system can inhibit your body's ability to fight off infections over the counter version of nasonex. You may not be able to use Nasonex nasal if you have an infection over the counter version of nasonex.
• Before using Nasonex nasal, tell your doctor if you have
· a nasal septum ulcer,
· recently had nasal surgery, or
· nasal damage over the counter version of nasonex.
• You may not be able to use Nasonex nasal, or you may require a dosageadjustment or special monitoring during your treatment over the counter version of nasonex.
• Nasonex nasal is in the FDA pregnancy category C over the counter version of nasonex. This means that itis not known whether Nasonex nasal will harm an unborn baby over the counter version of nasonex. Do not use thismedication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant over the counter version of nasonex.
• It is unknown whether mometasone passes into breast milk over the counter version of nasonex. Do not useNasonex nasal without first talking to your doctor if you are breast feedinga baby over the counter version of nasonex.
• Nasonex nasal is not approved for use by children younger than 3 yearsof age over the counter version of nasonex.

How should I use Nasonex nasal?
• Use Nasonex nasal spray exactly as directed by your doctor over the counter version of nasonex. Read theinformation insert included with your medication over the counter version of nasonex. If you do not understand theseinstructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you over the counter version of nasonex.
• Shake the medication well before each dose over the counter version of nasonex.
• If your nose is congested, try to clear it before using your medicationto be sure that the medicine gets into your nasal passages over the counter version of nasonex. If you are alsousing a decongestant spray, use it to open up your nasal passages before usingNasonex nasal over the counter version of nasonex. However, do not use a decongestant spray unless your doctor approves over the counter version of nasonex.
• Remove the plastic dust cap from the nasal applicator over the counter version of nasonex. Prior to initialuse of Nasonex nasal spray, the pump must be primed by spraying ten times oruntil a fine spray appears over the counter version of nasonex. The pump may be stored unused for up to 1 week withoutrepriming over the counter version of nasonex. If unused for more than one week, reprime by pumping two times, oruntil a fine spray appears over the counter version of nasonex.
• Close one nostril and tilt your head slightly forward over the counter version of nasonex. Insert the tipof the nasal applicator about 1 cm (one-half inch) into your nostril, pointingit straight up into the nasal canal over the counter version of nasonex. Press firmly downward once on the shouldersof the applicator, using your forefinger and middle finger while supportingthe base of the bottle with your thumb over the counter version of nasonex. Breathe gently inward through the nostrilas you pump over the counter version of nasonex. Then breathe out through the mouth over the counter version of nasonex. Repeat this process for thenumber of sprays prescribed by your doctor over the counter version of nasonex. Remove the pump from your nose over the counter version of nasonex. Repeat this procedure in the other nostril then replace the dust cap over the counter version of nasonex.
• Do not use more of this medication than prescribed for you over the counter version of nasonex. Never usemore than 2 sprays in each nostril (200 mcg total) per day over the counter version of nasonex. It may take a fewweeks to see the effects of Nasonex nasal over the counter version of nasonex. Talk to your doctor if your symptomsdo not improve or if they get worse over the counter version of nasonex.
• Do not spray Nasonex nasal into the eyes over the counter version of nasonex.
• To clean the applicator, remove the plastic dust cap and pull gentlyon the nasal applicator so that it comes free over the counter version of nasonex. Wash the applicator and dustcap with cold water over the counter version of nasonex. Dry and replace the applicator and dust cap over the counter version of nasonex.
• Store Nasonex nasal at room temperature away from moisture and heat over the counter version of nasonex. Avoid prolonged exposure of the product to direct light when Nasonex nasal isremoved from its cardboard container over the counter version of nasonex.

What happens if I miss a dose?
• Use the missed dose as soon as you remember over the counter version of nasonex. However, if it is almosttime for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use thenext one as directed over the counter version of nasonex. Do not use a double dose of this medication over the counter version of nasonex.

What happens if I overdose?
• An overdose of this medication is not likely to occur over the counter version of nasonex. If you do thinkthat an overdose has occurred, call an emergency room or poison control centerover the counter version of nasonex.

What should I avoid while using Nasonex nasal?
• Avoid items or activities that you know are allergens for you if theymake your symptoms worse over the counter version of nasonex. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate yourcondition over the counter version of nasonex.
• Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection over the counter version of nasonex. Stay away frompeople with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infectious disease over the counter version of nasonex. Yourimmune system may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you areusing Nasonex nasal over the counter version of nasonex.

What are the possible side effects of Nasonex nasal?
• Serious side effects from Nasonex nasal are not likely to occur over the counter version of nasonex. Stopusing Nasonex nasal and seek emergency medical attention if you experience anallergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling ofyour lips, tongue, or face; or hives) over the counter version of nasonex.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur over the counter version of nasonex. Continueto use Nasonex nasal and talk to your doctor if you experience
· headache;
· viral infection;
· sore throat;
· bleeding nose;
· coughing;
· upper respiratory tract infection;
· painful menstruation;
· muscle pain; or
· stinging or burning of the nose over the counter version of nasonex.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur over the counter version of nasonex. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome over the counter version of nasonex.

What other drugs will affect Nasonex nasal?
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor and pharmacist about anyother drugs you are taking over the counter version of nasonex. The use of other oral or inhaled steroids may increaseyour chance of side effects or overdose over the counter version of nasonex.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Nasonex nasal over the counter version of nasonex. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-countermedicines over the counter version of nasonex.

Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about Nasonex nasal writtenfor health professionals that you may read over the counter version of nasonex.

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