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Triamcinolone (Nasacort) nasal aerosol
What is triamcinolone nasal aerosol?
TRIAMCINOLONE (Nasacort® HFA) is a corticosteroid. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions. Triamcinolone is similar to natural steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland. Triamcinolone treats allergic rhinitis (seasonal and perennial), and other inflammatory conditions affecting the nose. Generic triamcinolone nasal aerosol is not yet available.
What should my health care professional know before I use triamcinolone?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
diabetes
blood clotting problems
heart, liver, or kidney disease
high blood pressure
infection; measles, tuberculosis, herpes or chickenpox
mental problems or psychosis
myasthenia gravis
osteoporosis
previous heart attack
seizures (convulsions)
stomach or intestinal disease
under-active thyroid
an unusual or allergic reaction to triamcinolone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
Triamcinolone nasal aerosol is only for use in the nose. Do not take by mouth. Blow the nose gently without squeezing. Shake inhaler thoroughly and invert before use. Tilt head backwards, put the nozzle into one nostril, and point the opening of the nozzle toward the inflamed area. Hold other nostril closed and spray while breathing in through the nose and out through the mouth. Before using in the other nostril, shake inhaler again, and repeat the above procedure. If 2 sprays are required, point one spray toward the upper and one toward the lower part of the nostril to make sure triamcinolone is evenly distributed onto the nasal mucosa. Clean the inhaler daily. Remove the canister from the inhaler. Rinse the cap, nosepiece, and the inhaler with warm water and dry thoroughly. Do not use more than the recommended dose.
Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If you do not remember within an hour or so, skip the missed dose. Do not use double or extra doses.
What drug(s) may interact with triamcinolone?
amphotericin B
antiinflammatory drugs, (NSAIDs, such as ibuprofen)
barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)
blood thinners such as warfarin
certain heart medicines
female hormones, including contraceptive or birth control pills
medicines for diabetes
medicines that improve muscle tone or strength for conditions like myasthenia gravis
phenytoin
rifampin
vaccines and other immunization products
water pills
Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.
What side effects may I notice from using triamcinolone?
Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
eye pain, decreased or blurred vision
dizziness or lightheadedness
headache
loss of taste and sense of smell
nausea, vomiting
nosebleeds or crusting inside the nose
runny nose, or watery eyes
shortness of breath, wheezing, cough
sores inside the nose, or sore throat
stomach pains
unusual tiredness or weakness
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
dryness or burning inside the nose
sneezing
What should I watch for while taking triamcinolone?
Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Check with your prescriber or health care professional if your condition has not improved after using triamcinolone for 7 days. It can take up to 3 weeks before you get the full benefit from triamcinolone. Treatment can be stopped when your condition improves, and restarted if symptoms reappear.
Call your prescriber or health care professional for advice if you get any sign of an infection in your nose, sinuses, or throat while you are using triamcinolone.
Do not get triamcinolone nasal aerosol in your eyes; if you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water.
Tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are exposed to anyone with measles or chickenpox, or if you develop sores or blisters that do not heal properly.
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F); do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
[ Last Revised: 3/3/2004 3:00:00 PM ]
NOTE: This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, precautions, interactions, or adverse effects for this drug. If you have questions about the drug(s) you are taking, check with your health care professional.
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