Flonase Nasal Spray (active ingredient: fluticasone) is a prescription medication used to treat certain conditions that affect the nose. It helps reduce inflammation in the nasal passages, providing relief from allergy symptoms and improving airflow through the nose.
Flonase is approved for the treatment of the following conditions:
Allergic Rhinitis
Flonase is used to treat the symptoms of seasonal and perennial (year-round) allergic rhinitis in adults and children, as directed by a healthcare provider.
Allergic rhinitis occurs when your immune system overreacts to allergens such as pollen, dust mites, mold, or pet dander. This can cause symptoms including:
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
- Sneezing.
- Runny nose (rhinorrhea).
- Itchy nose.
By reducing inflammation inside the nasal passages, Flonase helps relieve these symptoms and makes breathing through your nose easier.
Nasal Polyps
Flonase is also used to treat nasal polyps in adults.
Nasal polyps are soft, noncancerous growths that develop inside the lining of the nose or sinuses as a result of long-term inflammation. They can cause symptoms such as:
- Persistent nasal congestion.
- Reduced sense of smell or taste.
- Runny nose.
- Facial pressure.
- Difficulty breathing through the nose.
Flonase helps reduce inflammation and may shrink nasal polyps, improving airflow and relieving associated symptoms.
How Does Flonase Nasal Spray Work?
Flonase belongs to a group of medications called corticosteroids.
It works by reducing the release of inflammatory substances in the nasal passages that are responsible for allergy symptoms and swelling. As inflammation decreases, symptoms such as nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, and a runny nose improve.
When used regularly as prescribed, Flonase may help:
- Relieve nasal congestion.
- Reduce sneezing.
- Decrease a runny nose.
- Relieve nasal itching.
- Improve breathing through the nose.
- Reduce inflammation associated with nasal polyps.
Flonase does not provide immediate relief. Some people notice improvement within 12 hours, but it may take several days of regular use to experience the full benefits. For the best results, use Flonase every day as directed, even if your symptoms begin to improve.
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