Flonase Generic Name: FLUTICASONE (floo-TIK-a-sone)

Flonase Drug Manufacturer: ALLEN & HANBURYS

Flonase Common Uses: This medicine is a corticosteroid used to treat itching, nasal congestion, and sneezing due to allergy.

How to use this Flonase Medicine: Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. This medicine may come with an instruction leaflet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you may have about this medicine. SHAKE GENTLY before using a dose. FOR BEST RESULTS: continue using this medicine for the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not miss any doses. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Flonase Cautions: DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE OR USE THIS MEDICINE FOR LONGER THAN PRESCRIBED without checking with your doctor. Your symptoms should improve within a few days, however it may take up to 3 weeks for this medicine to reach its full effect. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for future nasal problems without checking with your doctor. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN YOUR EYES. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD CHICKENPOX OR MEASLES, avoid contact with anyone who has any of these diseases. THIS MEDICINE MAY AFFECT GROWTH RATE in children. Your child's growth should be checked regularly while using this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.