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TRIAMCINOLONE (trye am SIN oh lone) nasal spray is a corticosteroid. It is used to treat the nasal symptoms of seasonal and year round allergies.
This medicine is for use in the nose. Follow the directions on your prescription label. This medicine works best if used regularly. Do not use more often than directed. Make sure that you are using your nasal spray correctly. Ask you doctor or health care provider if you have any questions.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 2 years of age for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
change in vision
dizziness
infection
nosebleed, burning in the nose
trouble breathing, wheezing
unusual bruising
white patches or sores in the nose
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
congestion
cough
headache
nausea
runny nose
sneezing
Interactions are not expected.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Throw away the canister after 120 sprays or after the expiration date, whichever comes first.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
infection, like tuberculosis, herpes, or fungal infection
recent surgery or injury of nose or sinuses
taking corticosteroids by mouth
an unusual or allergic reaction to triamcinolone, corticosteroids, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
Check with your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve in 1 week of regular use or if they get worse.
Do not come in contact with people who have chickenpox or the measles while you are taking this medicine. If you do, call your doctor right away.