Question 1

how well does flonase work if i use it once a day?

Accepted Answer

Pretty well: Most people get good relief using this topical corticosteroid spray 1-2 puffs each nostril daily. Sometimes you have to use if twice a day to get symptoms under control. If it's not working well it may be that you haven't shaken the bottle enough, you incorrectly positioned the tip of the device, you don't have allergic rhinitis or you need allergy immunotherapy. See an allergist.

Question 2

does flonase work if it is expired?

Accepted Answer

Probably: If may lose some potency when used way beyond the expiration date.

Question 3

how long does it take for flonase to work?

Accepted Answer

Depends: in acute upper respiratory tract inflammation, might work right away, but in chronic conditions would take about 2-3 days to work, given that it is taken right (right dose and right technique)

Question 4

is there anything over-the-counter that works like flonase?

Accepted Answer

Not really: FLonase is a steroid and these are not sold over the counter for safety reasons.  You could try saline drops but if the problem is allergic, you would be better off with a decongestant spray/drop or an oral antihistamine such as Benadryl (diphenhydramine).

Question 5

i am having etd they gave me flonase how long until it works . i have been having symptoms for weeks.

Accepted Answer

Few days: It may take a few days. If it does not work would see an ENT to evaluate the area inside the nose where the tube has an opening.

Question 6

how many weeks does it take flonase to work with post nasal drip?

Accepted Answer

: Usually it only takes a few days and then you need to consistently use it to continue the effect. There could be a few reasons why it does not seem to be effective - you are not using it properly or you may have a concurrentl sinus infection - both of these are examples of why it may not work so well. Best to make an appointment with your doctor to be assessed and treated appropriately.

Question 7

if flonase and xhance does not work for turbinate hypertrophy, what other medication can be tried?

Accepted Answer

: Patience may be what you need because given time and controlling what is stimulating the allergic rhinnitis; and the steroid the inflammation should subside. There is no quick medication use that could reduce hypertrophy of the turbinates but decongestant may help reduce congestion of nasal mucosa; but limited use, and caution if there hypertension or vascular disease.

Question 8

does flonase work for eye allergies?

Accepted Answer

: Flonase is an OTC steroid spray used for relieving allergic rhinitis (nasal) symptoms. It is not indicated for eye allergies, but in theory it could help a little, but there are better drugs for eye allergies.

Question 9

i cannot smell or taste for 2 months flonase allegra (fexofenadine) does not work.?

Accepted Answer

See ENT: Could be a variety of problems including chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, and so on. See an ENT doctor for exam and workup.

Question 10

doc said blocked sinus and gave me flonase.  how long will it take to work? and do i need antibiotics

Accepted Answer

Depends: On the extent of blockage, the original problem, and how well you use the medicine. If your doctor saw that only flonase is needed,  then continue using it as prescribed till your next appointment. Usually it takes few of regular right usage to feel an effect, if no improvement please tell your doctor, wish you wellness

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I cannot smell or taste for 2 months flonase allegra (fexofenadine) does not work.?

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