Question 1

my allergies are really bothering me i'm  on pataday flonase claritin (loratadine) and take weekly allergy shots medications don't work i've taken everything else?

Accepted Answer

Re-evaluation: if you are on all those medicines, regular and not benefiting, so you need to be reevaluated, medicines don't work equally for all patients, doses might need to be modified or prescribed different meds, most important is adherence to treatment plan, good luck

Question 2

i had allergies and sprayed two sprays of flonase into my nose, a few days later i got a cold sore and then a week later i got oral thrush- could it be related to the flonase use? no antibiotic use and no underlying conditions?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not.  The oral thrush, a cold sore are related to lack of resistance or poor immune response.  Try to stay healthy by rest, healthy eating, hydration and activity,

Question 3

hello, i take fexofenadine and generic fluticasone propionate everyday, can i add another allergy medicine. i was thinking of zyrtec or nasacort.

thank you

allergies?

Accepted Answer

Singular: Adding zyrtec or Another nasal steroid to antihistamine or nasal steroid that you already have will not improve symptoms.Adding singular may help but after Flonase likely will improve only minimally.Likely will need to see Allergist to get tested to what is causing Allergies is the option that is best.

Question 4

what is a good alternative to flonase or seasonal allergies?

Accepted Answer

: Beconase (Beclomethasone dipropionate) or Nasarel (Flunisolide) nasal spray.

Question 5

i suffer from allergies all year long. i was getting shots weekly, taking otc medicines, flonase. and nothing has worked. i am constantly sniffling but at night when i lie on my back the sniffling is worse. even when i prop up the pillow. i need help?

Accepted Answer

Specialist: You need the help of a specialist in allergy.  They can determine what you are allegic to and help remove the reaction.

Question 6

if im allergic to motrin can i use flonase for allergies? if not, why?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: You bet!  No connection between motrin and flonase!

Question 7

will flonase help with swollen inferior turbinate if not allergy related?

Accepted Answer

: Yes. Nasal steroid sprays act as membrane stabilizers and this can work for many triggers like inhaled dirt particles or fumes. Their action is not tied to allergies but can help with many triggers to the swelling.

Question 8

if you have narrow angles (0-20 degrees via gonioscope), can you use flonase for sinus allergy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should be fine. Do be aware that Flonase™ Is a topical nasal mucosal steroid spray that can be absorbed in small concentrations into the bloodstream. A small percentage of individuals, particularly those with glaucoma, can have an adverse elevation of their intraocular pressure. Therefore it is important to have your IOP checked periodically while using Flonase™

Question 9

what are the side effects of flonase spray for allergies?

Accepted Answer

See below: The only side effect I have ever seen is nose bleeds.

Question 10

how do i know if i have a cold or allergies? i have been using flonase for past 2 weeks. stuffy.do i try more allergy meds or is it a cold? (no fever)

Accepted Answer

Allergy: try allergy medicine. OTC allergy medicine, during the day, and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night, it is not cold, it is not going away for a week.

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My allergies are really bothering me i'm on pataday flonase claritin (loratadine) and take weekly allergy shots medications don't work i've taken everything else?

A member asked:

I had allergies and sprayed two sprays of flonase into my nose, a few days later i got a cold sore and then a week later i got oral thrush- could it be related to the flonase use? no antibiotic use and no underlying conditions?

A member asked:

Hello, i take fexofenadine and generic fluticasone propionate everyday, can i add another allergy medicine. i was thinking of zyrtec or nasacort. thank you allergies?

A member asked:

What is a good alternative to flonase or seasonal allergies?

A member asked:

I suffer from allergies all year long. i was getting shots weekly, taking otc medicines, flonase. and nothing has worked. i am constantly sniffling but at night when i lie on my back the sniffling is worse. even when i prop up the pillow. i need help?

A member asked:

If im allergic to motrin can i use flonase for allergies? if not, why?

A member asked:

Will flonase help with swollen inferior turbinate if not allergy related?

A member asked:

If you have narrow angles (0-20 degrees via gonioscope), can you use flonase for sinus allergy?

A member asked:

What are the side effects of flonase spray for allergies?

A member asked:

How do i know if i have a cold or allergies? i have been using flonase for past 2 weeks. stuffy.do i try more allergy meds or is it a cold? (no fever)

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