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Allergy Relief / Allergy Medicine / Steroid Nasal Sprays
Steroid Nasal Sprays
Examples of steroid nasal sprays include Beconase, Flonase, Nasacort, Nasarel, Nasonex, Rhinocort, Vancenase, and Veramyst.
- How steroid nasal sprays work: These drugs decrease inflammation within the nasal passages, thereby relieving nasal symptoms.
- Who should not use these medications: Individuals who are allergic to any components of these nasal sprays should not use them.
- Use: Gently shake the container. Blow the nose to clear the nostrils. Close (pinch) one nostril, and insert nasal applicator into the other nostril. Inhale through the nose and press on the applicator to release the spray. Apply the prescribed number of sprays and repeat with the other nostril.
- Side effects: These sprays may cause nosebleed or sore throat.
From http://www.webmd.com/allergies/guide/steroid_nasal
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