What is Nasonex used to treat?
Mometasone is used to prevent and treat seasonal and year-round allergy symptoms (such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing). It is also used to treat certain growths in the nose (nasal polyps). Mometasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids.
Does Nasonex unblock nose?
Nasonex Nasal Spray contains mometasone furoate, one of a group of medicines called corticosteroids. When mometasone furoate is sprayed into the nose, it can help to relieve inflammation (swelling and irritation of the nose), sneezing, itching and a blocked up or runny nose.
How many times a day can I use Nasonex?
The recommended dose of Nasonex for adults and children 12 years and older for treatment or prevention of the nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic and perennial allergic rhinitis, or nasal congestion associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis is 2 sprays in each nostril once daily (total daily dose of 200 mcg).
What is the generic name for Nasonex?
Generic prescription drugs such as fluticasone propionate (the generic drug in Flonase) and mometasone furoate (the generic drug in Nasonex) are usually covered by prescription drug insurance plans.
Is Nasonex safe?
Most healthy individuals over the age of two can safely use Nasonex. This medication may soon be available over the counter in the U.S., but at present a prescription is still required.
Does Nasonex help with cough?
Mometasone furoate nasal spray (MFNS, Nasonex, Schering, Kenilworth, NJ), an anti-inflammatory nasal corticosteroid, has been shown to be safe and effective in reducing the nasal inflammation of SAR. Objective: To examine the effectiveness of MFNS in relieving SAR-associated cough, in addition to nasal symptoms.
Is Nasonex safe to use daily?
How long can I use Nasonex® Allergy nasal spray for? You can use Nasonex® Allergy nasal spray on a daily basis for up to 6 months if needed. Do not use for more than 6 months continuously without the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
Is Nasonex good for sinus infection?
Steroid sprays like Flonase, Nasonex and Rhinocort, which work by reducing inflammation to promote drainage in the sinuses, are often prescribed to treat chronic sinusitis and allergies symptoms.
What helps mucus in throat?
You can try products like guaifenesin (Mucinex) that thin mucus so it won’t sit in the back of your throat or your chest. This type of medication is called an expectorant, which means it helps you to expel mucus by thinning and loosening it.
How can I clear my ears?
Lifestyle and home remedies
- Soften the wax. Use an eyedropper to apply a few drops of baby oil, mineral oil, glycerin or diluted hydrogen peroxide in your ear canal.
- Use warm water.
- Dry your ear canal.
Why is my ear blocked?
Common causes of a plugged feeling in the ears include having fluid in the ear, a build-up of too much ear wax, altitude changes when flying or driving, and a foreign object in the ear. Most of the time, these problems are easily diagnosed and treated.