Boots Pharmacy Hayfever and Allergy 50 microgram Nasal
Spray
(Fluticasone Propionate)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to use it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Fluticasone Propionate, which belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids that act to relieve allergic reactions.
It can be used to prevent and treat sneezing, itchy runny nose, itchy watery eyes, blocked nose and associated sinus pain (symptoms of allergic rhinitis) caused by hayfever and other allergens, such as house dust mites and pets. Non drowsy.
Before you use this medicine
This medicine can be used by adults aged 18 years and over. However, some people should not use this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not use:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor tells you to
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
- If you have an infection of the nose or sinus as well as hayfever
- If you have recently injured your nose or had an operation on it
- If you have problems with ulcers in your nose
- If you are taking or using other corticosteroid medicine (e.g. tablets, cream, ointment, eye drops, nasal sprays or drops, medicines for asthma)
Other important information
If you go into hospital or experience a period of high stress, tell your doctor that you are using this medicine.
If you take other medicines
Before you use this spray, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be using at the same time, particularly the following:
- Ketoconazole or other medicines used to treat fungal infections
- Ritonavir or other medicines used to treat HIV infection
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
How to use this medicine
Follow the directions provided later in the leaflet which describe how to use the spray and how to look after it.
Adults of 18 years and over: Use two sprays into each nostril, once a day in the morning.
If your symptoms are severe you may need to use the spray twice a day to start with (morning and night). Don’t use more than 8 sprays in 24 hours.
Once your symptoms are controlled reduce the number of sprays to one spray in each nostril. If symptoms come back continue using two sprays.
For use in the nose only.
Do not use on children or adolescents under 18 years.
Do not use more than the amount recommended.
Do not use this medicine continuously for more than 3 months, unless your doctor tells you to.
If your symptoms do not improve within 7 days stop using the spray and see your doctor.
If your symptoms improve but are not controlled enough, talk to a pharmacist or doctor.
If you forget to use your spray: Use it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next spray. If it is almost time to use the spray again, use it at the usual time, then carry on as before.
If you use too much or if anyone accidentally swallows some of the medicine: It is unlikely to cause any problems, if it only happens once. If it happens lots of times or you are concerned, talk to your doctor.
Now read the following information
Directions for using the spray
- 1. Shake the bottle gently and remove the dust cap.
- 2. A new spray, or one which has not been used for a few days, may not work the first time. You may need to prime the bottle by pumping the spray a few times until a fine mist is produced. To do this, put your forefinger and middle finger on the collar either side of the nozzle and your thumb underneath the bottle. Keeping your thumb still, press down with your fingers to pump the spray. Hold the nozzle pointing away from you while you are doing this. If the spray still doesn’t work and you think it may be blocked, clean it as described in 'To clean the spray'. Never try to unblock it or enlarge the tiny spray hole with a pin or other sharp object because this will destroy the spray mechanism.
- 3. Blow your nose gently. To use, close one nostril as shown and put the nozzle in the other nostril. Tilt your head forward slightly and keep the bottle upright.
- 4. Start to breathe in slowly through your nose. While you are breathing in squirt a spray of fine mist into your nostril by pressing down firmly on the collar with your fingers. Breathe out through your mouth. Repeat this step to take a second spray in the same nostril. Remove the nozzle from this nostril and breath out through your mouth.
- 5. Repeat step 3 and 4 for the other nostril.
After using the spray, wipe the nozzle carefully with a clean tissue or handkerchief, and replace the dust cap.
To clean the spray
- 1. Take the dust cap off.
- 2. Pull upwards on the white collar to remove the nozzle.
- 3. Soak the nozzle and dust cap in warm water for a few minutes and then rinse under a running tap.
- 4. Shake off the excess water and allow to dry in a warm, not hot, place.
- 5. Re-fit the nozzle.
- 6. ‘Prime’ the bottle if necessary by pumping the spray a few times until a fine mist is produced.
Your nasal spray should be cleaned at least once a week or more often if it gets blocked.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.
If you get any of these serious side effects, stop using the spray. See a doctor at once:
- Difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, face, tongue or throat (severe allergic reaction)
These other effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to a pharmacist:
- Skin rash
- Dry or irritated nose or throat, unpleasant taste or smell
- Nose bleeds, headache
- If you have used the medicine for a long time (several months continuously), or you have had an operation on your nose you may get the following side effects.
These effects are very rare: - Eye problems such as glaucoma or cataracts
- Ulcers in the nose, or a hole in the soft tissue between your nostrils
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Throw away any unused medicine 3 months after you first open the spray.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
What is in this medicine
This spray contains Fluticasone Propionate, which is the active ingredient. Each time you press the spray it releases 50 micrograms of the active ingredient.
As well as the active ingredient, the spray also contains anhydrous glucose, microcrystalline cellulose, carmellose sodium, phenylethyl alcohol, benzalkonium chloride, polysorbate 80, purified water.
This pack contains a spray bottle containing 60 sprays of medicine. The spray is a clear fine liquid.
Who makes this medicine
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Leaflet prepared September 2008
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