Question 1

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 2

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 3

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

Question 4

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 5

if flonase is not working after 3-4 days to reduce swollen/inflamed turbinates, does that mean it will never work if used longer? i was told by ent to use it for 6 weeks. i have been using it for 1 week so far with no results?

Accepted Answer

: Keep using it. It should gradually improve Good Luck

Question 6

can i take 10mg claritin non drowsy, and flonase, with a nasal rinse work for dizziness?

Accepted Answer

Claritin is no good.: Claritin is not indicated for dizziness; good luck. I hope you get better.

Question 7

i have a swollen lymph node below my ear. i take flonase and zyrtec. the doc wants to refer me to an ent if amox doesn't work. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Well: Could be inflammatory response. If it does not resolve. But keep in mind it can take some time for the lymph nodes to resolve. So if concerned you can have them. Biopsied. Follow the advice of your doctor he seems to be following you closely

Question 8

sinusitis for 1 month. 10 days augmentin did not work. now on doxycycline for 5/10 and still not helping. ct scan shows sinusitis. cannot breathe, just started flonase, washes, steam. what next? does it take more antibiotics? stronger?

Accepted Answer

: Please see your PCP and discuss a culture of nasal washings to help guide therapy. Discuss the use of Neilmed saline rinses.

Question 9

how long does it take flonase to break it up?

Accepted Answer

What?: For allergic nasal symptoms such as congestion, Flonase starts to work in about 12 hrs but it takes several more days of daily use to get optimal results.

Question 10

how long does it take for flonase to reach its peak effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

4-7 days: Using it daily it reaches steady state in 4-7 days.

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

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

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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?

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If flonase is not working after 3-4 days to reduce swollen/inflamed turbinates, does that mean it will never work if used longer? i was told by ent to use it for 6 weeks. i have been using it for 1 week so far with no results?

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Can i take 10mg claritin non drowsy, and flonase, with a nasal rinse work for dizziness?

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I have a swollen lymph node below my ear. i take flonase and zyrtec. the doc wants to refer me to an ent if amox doesn't work. what could this be?

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Sinusitis for 1 month. 10 days augmentin did not work. now on doxycycline for 5/10 and still not helping. ct scan shows sinusitis. cannot breathe, just started flonase, washes, steam. what next? does it take more antibiotics? stronger?

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How long does it take flonase to break it up?

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How long does it take for flonase to reach its peak effectiveness?

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