Before using Nasonex, tell your doctor if you have been sick or had an infection of any kind. Also tell your doctor if you have glaucoma or cataracts, herpes simplex infection of your eyes, tuberculosis, sores or ulcers in your nose, or if you have recently had injury of or surgery on your nose.
It may take up to 2 weeks of using this medicine before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after a week of treatment.
Mometasone can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Nasonex.
Avoid getting Nasonex in your eyes. If this does happen, rinse with water and call your doctor
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Nasonex nasal spray if you are allergic to mometasone.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an active or chronic infection;
glaucoma or cataracts;
herpes simplex virus of your eyes;
tuberculosis or any other infection or illness;
sores or ulcers inside your nose; or
nasal surgery or injury to your nose.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed a baby while you are using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risks.
Nasonex nasal spray is not approved to treat allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 2 years old, or to prevent allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 12 years old.
How should I use Nasonex?
Use Nasonex nasal spray exactly as it was prescribed for you. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Nasonex nasal spray is for use only in your nose.
Your doctor may recommend you start using Nasonex 2 to 4 weeks before the start of allergy season.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Shake the nasal spray well just before each use. Before your first use, prime the nasal spray pump by spraying the medicine into the air until a fine mist appears. If the nasal spray has not been used for longer than 1 week, prime it by spraying the medicine into the air until a fine mist appears.
To use the Nasonex nasal spray:
Blow your nose gently. Keep your head upright and insert the tip of the bottle into one nostril. Press your other nostril closed with your finger. Breathe in quickly and gently spray the medicine into your nose. Then use the spray in your other nostril.
Do not blow your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nasal spray.
Use only the number of sprays your doctor has prescribed.
If the spray gets in your eyes or mouth or on your skin, rinse with water.
If the nasal spray has not been used for longer than 1 week, prime it by spraying the medicine into the air until a fine mist appears.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
It may take up to 2 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using Nasonex as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
While you are using Nasonex, your doctor may need to examine you to make sure the medicine is not harming your nose or sinuses.
It may take up to 2 weeks before your symptoms improve. Keep using the medicine as directed and tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.
Store Nasonex in an upright position at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Throw the medicine away after you have used 120 sprays, even if there is still medicine left in the bottle.
