A little more about Pirinase Allergy Nasal Spray 120 Sprays (Fluticasone Propionate 0.05%)
Pirinase Allergy Nasal Spray 120 Sprays (Fluticasone Propionate 0.05%): Things you need to know
Pirinase Allergy 0.05% Nasal Spray
Pirinase Allergy Nasal Spray is an intranasal corticosteroid containing fluticasone propionate, which has an anti-inflammatory action to help control allergic reactions. It is used to relieve symptoms caused by hay fever, pet hair, dust mites, mould spores, and other airborne allergens.
The spray works directly in the nose to reduce inflammation, helping to relieve sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy or watery eyes, and a runny or itchy nose. With regular once-daily use, it can provide relief for up to 24 hours.
Long-lasting allergy relief – Provides symptomatic relief from hay fever and airborne allergies for up to 24 hours.
Targets symptoms at the source – Works directly in the nose where allergic symptoms begin.
Relieves multiple symptoms – Helps ease sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy or watery eyes, and runny or itchy nose.
Anti-inflammatory action – Contains fluticasone propionate to help control inflammation linked to allergic reactions.
Once-daily dosing – One daily dose provides up to 24-hour symptom relief.
How to Use
Adults aged 18 years and over:
2 sprays into each nostril once daily, preferably in the morning. In some cases, up to 2 sprays into each nostril twice daily may be required.
Children under 18 years:
Not to be used.
Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 4 sprays in each nostril.
Caution
Not suitable for anyone under 18 years of age.
Do not use if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you are taking corticosteroid medicines, such as eczema creams or asthma inhalers.
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you have an infection in your nose or sinuses, a high temperature, or recent nasal surgery, injury, or ulcers.
Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if you have experienced visual problems such as glaucoma or cataracts.
Side Effects
Possible side effects include:
Nasal effects:
Nose bleeds.
Dryness or irritation in the nose or throat.
Sneezing after using the spray.
Sores in the nose.
Nasal pain or persistent bleeding.
General effects:
Headache.
Unpleasant taste or smell.
Eye effects:
Blurred vision.
Eye pain.
Allergic reactions.
If severe side effects occur, stop use and seek medical advice.
Ingredients
It is an aqueous spray
Active ingredient: 0.05% w/w fluticasone propionate (50 micrograms per spray).
Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethyl-cellulose, dextrose, polysorbate 80, purified water, and dilute hydrochloric acid.
