Generic name: Triamcinolone (nasal)
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Nasacort Allergy 24HR?
Triamcinolone nasal (for the nose) is a steroid medicine used to treat sneezing, itching, and runny or stuffy nose caused by seasonal allergies or hay fever.
Triamcinolone nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to triamcinolone.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:
- an eye infection;
- glaucoma or cataracts;
- ulcers in your nose; or
- surgery or injury to your nose.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Triamcinolone nasal should not be given to a child younger than 2 years old.
How should I use Nasacort Allergy 24HR
Use Nasacort Allergy 24HR (Triamcinolone (Nasal)) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take by mouth. Triamcinolone nasal is for use only in your nose.
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 2 weeks, prime it by spraying the medicine into the air until a fine mist appears.
Stop using triamcinolone and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days.
Do not share the nasal spray with another person, or you could spread germs or disease.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
Nasacort Allergy 24HR side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
- nosebleeds; or
- blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights.
Triamcinolone nasal can affect growth in children. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medicine.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Nasacort Allergy 24HR?
Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chickenpox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using triamcinolone nasal.