The information on this site is intended to supplement and enhance, not replace, the advice of a physician who is familiar with your medical history. Decisions about your health should always be made ONLY after detailed conversation with your doctor.
Generic drug name:
beclomethasone nasal steroid spray
(bek low METH a sone)
Brand name(s):
BECLOVENT,
BECONASE AQ,
QNASL,
VANCENASE AQ,
VANCERIL
GENERIC:
not available
FAMILY:
Nasal Steroids
Find the drug label by
searching at DailyMed.
Generic drug name:
budesonide
(byoo DES o nyde)
Brand name(s):
BREZTRI AEROSPHERE,
ENTOCORT EC,
ORTIKOS,
RHINOCORT AQUA,
UCERIS
GENERIC:
not available
FAMILY:
Nasal Steroids
Find the drug label by
searching at DailyMed.
Generic drug name:
fluticasone propionate nasal steroid spray
(flue TIK a sone)
Brand name(s):
FLONASE
GENERIC:
not available
FAMILY:
Nasal Steroids
Find the drug label by
searching at DailyMed.
Generic drug name:
mometasone nasal steroid spray
(mow MET a sone)
Brand name(s):
NASONEX
GENERIC:
not available
FAMILY:
Nasal Steroids
Find the drug label by
searching at DailyMed.
Generic drug name:
triamcinolone nasal steroid spray
(try am SIN o lone)
Brand name(s):
NASACORT ALLERGY 24 HOUR
GENERIC:
not available
FAMILY:
Nasal Steroids
Find the drug label by
searching at DailyMed.
Pregnancy and Breast-feeding Warnings [top]
Pregnancy Warning
Corticosteroids caused fetal death and fetal malformations in animal studies. Because of the potential for serious adverse effects to the fetus, these drugs should not be used by pregnant women.
Breast-feeding Warning
Corticosteroids are excreted in human milk. Because of the potential for adverse effects in nursing infants, you should not take these drugs while nursing.
Facts About This Drug [top]
Beclomethasone (BECLOVENT, BECONASE AQ, VANCENASE AQ, VANCERIL), budesomide (RHINOCORT AQUA), fluticasone (FLONASE), mometasone (NASONEX) and triamcinolone (NASACORT AQ) are nasal steroid sprays that control, but do not cure, rhinitis (inflammation in the nose). The effectiveness of these nasal sprays is similar.[1],[2],[3],[4],[5],[6]
Beclomethasone also is approved for prevention of nasal polyp regrowth after surgical removal.[7] Mometasone was approved by the Food and Drug...
Beclomethasone (BECLOVENT, BECONASE AQ, VANCENASE AQ, VANCERIL), budesomide (RHINOCORT AQUA), fluticasone (FLONASE), mometasone (NASONEX) and triamcinolone (NASACORT AQ) are nasal steroid sprays that control, but do not cure, rhinitis (inflammation in the nose). The effectiveness of these nasal sprays is similar.[1],[2],[3],[4],[5],[6]
Beclomethasone also is approved for prevention of nasal polyp regrowth after surgical removal.[7] Mometasone was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2005 for the treatment of nasal polyps in patients 18 years of age and older.
Nasal sprays of steroids primarily reduce rhinitis due to allergies or unidentifiable causes.[8],[9],[10] Rhinitis may be seasonal or continuous. Nasal steroids also may reduce inflammation of the lower airway that can accompany symptoms of rhinitis in people with or without asthma.[11]Nasal steroids are not intended for the common cold.[12]
The first step to controlling rhinitis is to eliminate or avoid the cause of your allergies as much as possible. If this does not work, drugs may be tried. Antihistamines such as chlorpheniramine (ALERMINE, CHLOR-TRIMETON) relieve most symptoms, except nasal congestion. Antihistamines work just as well as nasal steroids to relieve eye symptoms.[13]
Adverse effects
Some of the nasal steroid is absorbed systemically and can cause suppression of adrenal gland function.[14],[15],[16] In severe cases, suppression of adrenal glands can cause low blood sugar, unconsciousness, convulsions, coma or death. Onset in adults may start with drowsiness and nausea. This can occur during fasting or if steroids are stopped abruptly.
When taken by mouth, steroids can suppress growth in children and adolescents, especially if high doses are used for long periods. Although short-term studies show minimal effect on growth and development, long-term studies are needed to determine the effect on final adult height.[17]
Steroids can reduce immunity, making you more prone to infections, and prolong healing of wounds. Avoid exposure to chickenpox or measles. A fungus, aspergillus, can develop and spread, leading to loss of vision or death.[18]
Sometimes, perforation of the nasal septum occurs — this is more common in women during the first few months of use. Avoid trauma with tip of nozzle on the septum.
Use of intranasal and inhaled corticosteroids can cause glaucoma and cataracts.[19]
The most frequently reported suspected adverse effect associated with inhaled corticosteroid use in children with asthma is behavior alteration, according to researchers from the Netherlands. Researchers have received reports of behavioral changes in children associated with the use of inhaled fluticasone propionate or salmeterol/fluticasone propionate.[20],[21]
The use of intranasal or inhaled corticosteroids appears to be associated with psychiatric disorders.[22],[23]
These products also have been associated with an increased risk of skin bruising and delayed healing.[24],[25]
Before You Use This Drug [top]
Do not use if you are:
Tell your doctor if you have or have had:
Tell your doctor about any other drugs you take, including aspirin, herbs, vitamins, and other nonprescription products.
When You Use This Drug [top]
How to Use This Drug [top]
Interactions with Other Drugs [top]
Evaluations of Drug Interactions 2003 lists no drugs, biologics (e.g., vaccines, therapeutic antibodies), or foods as causing “highly clinically significant” or “clinically significant” interactions when used together with the drugs in this section. We also found no interactions in the drug’s FDA-approved professional package inserts. However, as the number of new drugs approved for marketing increases and as more experience is gained with these drugs over time, new interactions may be discovered.
No studies have been done on interactions with fluticasone nasal spray. Manufacturers advise caution when budesonide or fluticasone is used with: ketoconazole, NIZORAL, NORVIR, ritonavir.
Manufacturers also advise caution when budesonide is used with: AZITHROMYCIN, clarithromycin, E-MYCIN, ERYBID, ERYTHROCIN, ERYC, ERY-TABS, erythromycin, ILOSONE, PCE.
Adverse Effects [top]
Call your doctor immediately if you experience:
Call your doctor if these symptoms continue:
Signs of overdose:
If you suspect an overdose, call this number to contact your poison control center: (800) 222-1222.
Periodic Tests[top]
Ask your doctor which of these tests should be done periodically while you are taking this drug:
last reviewed February 29, 2024
Worst Pills, Best Pills is a project of Public Citizen's Health Research Group Group. As an independent, nonprofit organization, we take no corporate or government contributions and accept no advertising. Copyright © 2024 Public Citizen's Health Research Group. All rights reserved.
Login
Subscribe