Fluticasone Steroid Nasal Spray for Allergy Relief

Fluticasone is a corticosteroid nasal spray used to relieve symptoms of rhinitis such as sneezing, itching, and runny or stuffed nose, caused by seasonal or year-round allergies.

Fluticasone (steroid Nasal Spray) FAQ

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What is fluticasone nasal spray used for?

Fluticasone nasal (nose) spray is a steroid medicine used to prevent and treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis and hay fever, including sneezing, itchy and runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, and a blocked nose. These are conditions caused by irritants in the air such as pollen, house dust mites and animal dander (tiny flecks of skin shed by animals).

Is fluticasone a steroid?

Fluticasone also comes as nasal drops that are used to shrink nasal polyps (painless soft growths inside the nose) to relieve the blocked nose. These are only available on prescription. Brand names include Flixonase. Fluticasone is a type of medicine called a steroid (or corticosteroid).

Can fluticasone be used for sneezing?

Fluticasone nasal spray should not be used to treat symptoms (e.g., sneezing, stuffy, runny, itchy nose) caused by the common cold. Fluticasone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergy symptoms.

What is fluticasone nasal xhance?

Written by Cerner Multum. What is fluticasone nasal? Fluticasone nasal (for the nose) is a steroid medicine that is used to treat nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and itchy or watery eyes caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. The Xhance brand of fluticasone nasal is for use only in adults.

Where can I buy fluticasone?

Adults can also buy it from pharmacies and supermarkets. Brands include Flixonase, Avamys and Nasofan. Some nasal sprays, such as Dymista, contain fluticasone mixed with other medicines, such as antihistamines, that help with an allergy. Fluticasone also comes as nasal drops that shrink nasal polyps. These are only available on a prescription.