Beconase AQ Inhalant
Chemical
Name: BECLOMETHASONE (be-kloe-METH-a-sone)
Common Beconase AQ uses
This
medicine is a corticosteroid used to treat the
symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic
rhinitis (hay fever). It may also be used to
treat other conditions as determined by your
doctor.
Before using Beconase AQ
INFORM
YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or
breast-feeding.
Beconase AQ Directions
Follow
the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. This medicine is to be used in
the nose. This medicine may come with an
instruction leaflet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist any questions that you may have
before using this medicine. SHAKE WELL before
using a dose. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room
temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as
possible. If it is much more than 1 hour since
your last dose, skip the missed dose and go back
to your regular dosing schedule.
Beconase AQ Cautions
IT MAY
TAKE SEVERAL DAYS for this medicine to give full
benefit. Continue to use it as directed during
this time. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE more often
or for a longer time than your doctor
recommended. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
nasal problems. AVOID GETTING THIS MEDICINE IN
YOUR EYES. IF YOU HAVE NOT HAD CHICKENPOX OR
MEASLES, avoid contact with anyone who has
either of these diseases. THIS MEDICINE MAY
AFFECT GROWTH RATE in children. Your child's
growth should be checked regularly while using
this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON
BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS
EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE
BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist
to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible Beconase AQ side effects
SIDE
EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment,
include mild nasal dryness or irritation,
burning, stinging, throat irritation, or
headache. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug
interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Beconase AQ
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately.
Additional Beconase AQ information
If your
symptoms have not improved with regular use of
this medicine, contact your doctor. ALWAYS HAVE
A SPARE INHALER available in case the unit
malfunctions or is empty. DO NOT SHARE THIS
MEDICINE with others for whom it was not
prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the
reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before
your supply runs out.
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