Avamys Nasal Spray

Avamys Nasal Spray

Avamys Nasal Spray contains 27.5 micrograms of fluticasone furoate per spray. This is an anti-inflammatory steroid medicine, which safely helps to treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis (an inflammation of the inside of the nose caused by an allergy, such as with hay fever). Designed to be used just once a day, it can prevent hay fever symptoms from taking hold if used regularly. It can be used at the same time as an oral antihistamine, if necessary.

Drug = Fluticasone

Strength = 27.5 Mcg

Manufacturer = Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

How To Take

Use Avamys Nasal Spray 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.

Dosage

Avamys Nasal Spray Tablet

Side Effects

White patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Bone pain

Diarrhea

Fever

Stomach pain

Nausea and vomiting

Sore throat

Headache

Cough

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Blurred vision

Bloody nose

Burning, itching, and irritation of the skin

Skin Rash

Warning

Pregnancy = Avamys Nasal Spray is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding = Avamys Nasal Spray is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

Growth retardation = Avamys Nasal Spray may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, children receiving this medicine should be monitored closely with regard to growth parameters. The dose should be titrated to the minimum effective dose to reduce the chances of such side effects. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Uses

Avamys Nasal Spray is used as a maintenance treatment of asthma, to prevent acute asthma attacks, in adults and children above 12 years of age.

Allergic rhinitis

Avamys Nasal Spray is used to relieve the symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, runny, stuffy, or itchy nose, etc