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Nasonex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Spray. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Nasonex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Nasonex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Nasonex are Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nasonex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Nasonex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Nasonex is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Nasonex related warnings talks about Nasonex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nasonex contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Nasonex have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Nasonex is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Nasonex is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Nasonex safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Nasonex will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Nasonex safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Nasonex on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Nasonex will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Nasonex on the Kidneys?
Nasonex rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nasonex on the Liver?
Nasonex can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Nasonex on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nasonex on the heart have been reported.
Nasonex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nasonex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nasonex habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nasonex has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nasonex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nasonex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Nasonex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nasonex
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Nasonex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nasonex
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nasonex.
No, Nasonex is not indicated to be used for herpes. Nasonex is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
Nasonex is a topical corticosteroid which is used for treating conditions like psoriasis and eczema. It is not to be used on face and that too for treating acne. Acne can be treated by using anti-acne preparations containing active ingredients like alpha-hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, clay, sulfur, etc. Acne is rather one of the side effects caused by Nasonex.
Nasonex is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
Nasonex may cause delayed weight gain and slowed growth in children on whom it is used topically. Therefore, you must talk to a doctor before using Nasonex on children.
No, Nasonex should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.
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