Fluticasone Propionate for Allergies

• Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray

Fluticasone propionate nasal spray is used for treating allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms. This eMedTV page describes the effects of the drug, explains how and when to use the nasal spray, and offers general dosing information for the medicine.

• Side Effects of Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray

Common side effects of fluticasone propionate nasal spray may include sore throat, cough, and vomiting. This eMedTV page lists other possible fluticasone propionate nasal spray side effects, including serious ones that should be reported to a doctor.

• What Is Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Used For?

Fluticasone propionate nasal spray is used for treating both allergic and non-allergic rhinitis. This part of the eMedTV site describes the specific effects of the nasal spray and discusses possible off-label fluticasone propionate nasal spray uses.

• Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Dosing

Children usually start with a fluticasone propionate nasal spray dose of one spray in each nostril daily. This eMedTV article also contains fluticasone propionate nasal spray dosing recommendations for adults and explains how to use the nasal spray.

• Drug Interactions With Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray

Drug interactions with fluticasone propionate nasal spray can increase your risk of serious side effects. As this eMedTV article explains, protease inhibitors and certain antibiotics or antifungals may interact with fluticasone propionate nasal spray.

• Precautions and Warnings With Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray

Since fluticasone propionate nasal spray is a steroid, it may suppress the immune system. This eMedTV Web page offers more precautions and warnings with fluticasone propionate nasal spray and includes information on who should not take the drug.