This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain triamcinolone.  It may not be specific to Nasacort. Please read with care.
Use this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it and do not use it more often than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of side effects.
This medicine comes with patient information leaflet. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
This medicine is only used in the nose. Do not get this medicine in your eyes or mouth. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water and call your doctor right away.
Do not use this medicine for any other nose problem without checking with your doctor first.
To use the spray:
Shake the bottle gently before each use.
When you use the triamcinolone nasal spray for the first time, you must prime the spray. Press down fully on the top of the pump 5 times or until a fine spray comes out. Prime the spray if it has not been used for 14 days or more.
Gently blow your nose before using the spray if needed. Tilt your head back slightly and insert the tip of the nose piece into your nostril.
Close the opposite nostril with a finger. Release 1 spray and at the same time, breathe in gently through the nostril.
Hold your breath for a few seconds then breathe out slowly through your mouth.
Spray the opposite nostril using the same steps.
Do not blow your nose for 15 minutes after using the spray.
Wipe the tip of the spray bottle with a clean, dry tissue or cloth and put the cap back on.
Use the check-off chart that is included in the package to help you monitor the number of sprays you used.
Throw this medicine away after you use 120 sprays.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
For nasal dosage form (spray):
For treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
Adults and teenagers—Two sprays in each nostril once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed. Each spray contains 55 micrograms (mcg) of triamcinolone.
Children 6 to 12 years of age—One spray in each nostril once a day. Some children may need two sprays in each nostril once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
Children 2 to 5 years of age—One spray in each nostril once a day.
Children younger than 2 years of age—Use is not recommended.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
 Detailed Nasacort dosage information
