Rhinocort Nasl

In Depth

Uses and How to Use
Precautions and Side Effects
Dosage and Storage

Generic Name: BUDESONIDE - NASAL AEROSOL INHALER
Pronounced: (byou-DESS-oh-nide)

Rhinocort Nasl Side Effects

Dry or irritated nose or throat, or sneezing may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. A bad taste in the mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

Rinse your mouth after each use if this causes a strange taste in your mouth.

Notify your doctor if you develop:

rash
sore throat
fever
repeated nasal bleeding
sores in the nose
swelling of the face
wheezing
breathing trouble
behavioral changes (especially in children)
green or yellow-colored nasal secretions

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Rhinocort Nasl Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of:

liver disease
infection
recent nasal surgery or trauma
any allergies

Avoid contact with people currently infected with the chicken pox or the measles. Consult your doctor immediately if you think you have been exposed to the chicken pox or measles virus.

Though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may have undesirable effects that may require additional corticosteroid treatment. Children and those using this drug for an extended time may be at higher risk, especially if they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries, or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: vision problems, persistent headache, increased thirst/urination, unusual weakness or weight loss, dizziness.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and inform them that you use (or have used) this medication.

Caution is advised when using this drug in children. Though it is unlikely to occur with intranasal steroids (budesonide), this medication may temporarily slow down a child's rate of growth, but it will probably not affect final adult height. Monitor your child's height periodically.

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