Rhinocort Aqua

Rhinocort Aqua

budesonide

Manufacturer:

JNTL

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Budesonide
Indications/Uses
Symptomatic relief of seasonal or perennial allergic & vasomotor rhinitis. Treatment & prevention of nasal polyps after polypectomy. Allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Prevention of allergic rhinitis.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Allergic & vasomotor rhinitis Adult & childn ≥12 yr 2 sprays into each nostril once daily, may be reduced to 1 spray into each nostril daily once symptoms improve, 6 to <12 yr 1 spray into each nostril once daily, may be increased up to 2 sprays into each nostril for symptoms improvement. Then reduce to 1 spray into each nostril daily once symptoms improve. Treatment & prevention of nasal polyps Adult & childn ≥12 yr 1 spray into each nostril bd.
Special Precautions
Discontinue use if vision changes or new symptoms occur. Cushing's syndrome, Cushingoid features, adrenal suppression; cataract, glaucoma, psychomotor hyperactivity, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression or aggression; glaucoma, cataract or eye infection; diabetes; exposure to TB, chickenpox or measles; signs & symptoms of infection eg, persistent fever; severe or frequent nosebleeds, recent nose ulcers, nose surgery or unhealed nose injury. High-dose & prolonged use. Concomitant use w/ steroids for asthma, allergies or skin rash. Not to be used during pregnancy & lactation. Growth retardation in childn & adolescents.
Adverse Reactions
Epistaxis, haemorrhagic secretion, nasal discomfort eg, sneezing, stinging & dryness.
Drug Interactions
Increased plasma conc w/ CYP3A4 inhibitors eg, cobicistat-containing products, ketoconazole, ritonavir, atazanavir, clarithromycin, indinavir, itraconazole, nefazodone, nelfinavir, saquinavir, telithromycin, itraconazole.
MIMS Class
Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations
ATC Classification
R01AD05 - budesonide ; Belongs to the class of topical corticosteroids used for prophylaxis and treatment of allergic rhinitis.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Rhinocort Aqua nasal spray 64 mcg
Packing/Price
120 dose x 1's
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