Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Flonase
  2. Veramyst
  3. Xhance

Descriptions


Fluticasone nasal spray is used to treat sneezing, itchy or runny nose, or other symptoms caused by hay fever. It is also used to treat chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP) in adults. This medicine belongs to the family of medicines known as corticosteroids (cortisone-like medicines). It works by preventing certain cells from releasing substances that cause an allergic reaction.

This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Spray

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Portions of this document last updated: May 01, 2023

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