Veramyst Nasal Spray is corticosteroid nasal medication consisting of fluticasone furoate. We carry the brand choice of this medication in 27.5mcg.

This medication is prescribed to those with year-round allergy symptoms such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing. Another symptom this drug may be able to treat includes red, itchy, and water eyes.

Veramyst Nasal Spray (fluticasone furoate) is effective at treating allergy symptoms because as a corticosteroid, this drug is able to reduce the swelling and inflammation in the nasal passages that cause the allergy symptoms to occur.

Follow only the directions given to you by your doctor. Do not take more or less of a dose than directed. For the full benefit of the medication, ensure you take it regularly and create a routine by taking it around the same time every day. Ask your health care professional how to properly prime a nasal spray if it is something you are unsure about.

Shake this medication well before each use. Ensure you spray into the nose only; avoid spraying the skin wall that separates the nostrils from each other. Most only need to use one dose per day; take only the amount of doses prescribed by your doctor.

Do not use Veramyst Nasal Spray (fluticasone furoate)

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to fluticasone furoate or any of the inactive ingredients found in Veramyst Nasal Spray.

Dose adjustment or special precautions may be required

To ensure this medication is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have had recent nasal sores, nasal surgery, or nasal injury, have liver problems, have eye or vision problems, have tuberculosis or any untreated fungal, bacterial, viral infections, or eye infections caused by herpes, or if you have been recently exposed to chickenpox or measles.

Risks

This medication may cause thrush, nasal septal perforation, slow wound healing, glaucoma or cataracts, immune system problems, adrenal insufficiency, and slowed or delayed growth in children.

The effects of this drug have not been established in unborn babies or in nursing babies when the mother has undergone treatment with Veramyst. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell your doctor before starting treatment.

Common side effects of Veramyst Nasal Spray (fluticasone furoate) may include:

• Headache
• Nose or throat irritation
• Nosebleed
• Cough
• Upset stomach or throwing up

The above side effects should not alarm you.

Serious side effects of Veramyst Nasal Spray (fluticasone furoate) may include:

• Bad nosebleeds
• Whistling sound when you breathe
• Redness or white patches in mouth or throat
• Change in eyesight
• Nose discharge that is not normal

If you have any of the above side effects, contact your doctor right away.

Please note this is not a complete list of side effects. Not everyone experiences side effects; they are not guaranteed. If you do have side effects and they become unmanageable, consult your doctor about alternate medications.

Contact your doctor if you notice signs of…

• Thrush: redness or white colored patches in your mouth or throat.
• Nasal septal perforation: crusting in the nose, nosebleeds, runny nose, or whistling sounds when you breathe.
• Immune system problems: fever, pain, aches, chills, feeling tired, nausea, or vomiting.
• Adrenal insufficiency: tiredness, weakness, dizziness, nausea, vomiting.

How many times should I spray Veramyst in each nostril?

For most patients, only one dose per nostril per day is needed. However, you should only take the number of doses your doctor has specifically prescribed you.

What should I avoid while using this medication?

You should avoid medications such as HIV protease inhibitors like lopinavir or ritonavir, as these drugs may affect the removal of fluticasone from your body, affecting the way the medicine works.

How should I store this medication?

This medication should be kept at room temperature and protected from heat, cold, and light.  Store this product in an upright position with the cap tightly on. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

How often should I prime the nasal spray?

The nasal spray should be primed before you use a new bottle for the first time if the cap has been left off for more than five days, if you have not used your nasal spray for 30 days or longer, or if the device does not seem to be working right.