Vancenase - Beclomethasone - Nasal Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Vancenase.
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Read Before Using Vancenase (precautions)

• This medication should be used with caution if the following medical conditions exist.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause lightheadedness, headache, sneezing, nasal irritation, stinging, or drying of nasal tissue.
• These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If they become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Let your doctor know if you are using.

Usage Instructions

• Patient instructions should be provided with the product.
• Make sure you understand how to use the medication properly.
• Shake well before each use.
• The medication must reach the nasal tissue to be effective.
• Therefore, blow your nose to clear the nasal passage before using the medication.
• If passages are blocked, a nasal decongestant may be used first (for a maximum of 3 to 5 days) to open the passages allowing proper penetration of the medication.
• Take this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not take it more frequently without your doctor's approval.
• Full benefit of the medication requires regular use.
• Effects are not immediate, but should be seen in a few days.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered if it is within an hour or so.
• If you do not remember until later skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the doses.

Vancenase Miscellaneous Notes

• If no improvement in your symptoms is noted after 3 weeks of using this medication, notify your doctor.
• Another medication may be needed or the dose may need adjusting.
• Watering or itching eyes often associated with allergies are not significantly relieved by this medication.
• Inform all your doctors you use, or have used, this medication.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication works directly on the nasal tissue to reduce swelling and inflammation.
• It is used to treat symptoms of allergies which may include nasal congestion, post nasal drip, itching, runny nose, or sneezing.

Vancenase Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from heat and sunlight.
• Keep medicine from getting too cold or freezing.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.