Question 1

help! need clarification on a question i asked earlier. trying to get off afrin with no success. no luck trying to quit cold turkey. i use 2 sprays per day. can i take flonase too and wean off afrin? oh..i do use saline spray too. thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Afrin contains a chemical that acts directly on capillaries to constrict them. Used infrequently it can provide good relief. Used too much and you damage the capillaries &amp; they leak constantly=boggy nose. Yes you can use Flonase daily. However, your best action is to stop putting in chemicals that have damaged the capillaries. Stop &amp; give it 3 weeks (Flonase), no saline either &amp; get your life back

Question 2

does flonase expire?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All medications have an expiration date. Typically 12 months but check to make sure. An albuterol inhaler does have a two year expiration date and other medications might vary. Check the bottle.

Question 3

can you get flonase otc?

Accepted Answer

No: Flonase is still a prescription. However Nasacort (triamcinolone) AQ is a similar medicine that is available OTC.

Question 4

is flonase safe long term?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is minimal systemic absorption, and long term nasal topical steroids are safe long term without the traditional adverse effects of oral steroids. There are minimal side effects as with any drug, so let your prescribing doctor know if you experience any.

Question 5

what's better than flonase?

Accepted Answer

All about the same: All of the topical steroids have about equal efficacy (activity) and safety.  I do not think changing from Flonase to another topical steroid will significantly change your nasal function.  Remember, these drugs are specifically used for allergic and non-allergic rhinitis.  Check with an allergist.  Finally, although these topical steroids are about the same, some people do prefer a particular one.

Question 6

can you use expired flonase?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: It's probably safe to use, depending on how old it is--however, if the medication is expired, i would recommend getting a new nose spray.

Question 7

does flonase work if it is expired?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

does flonase have systemic effects?

Accepted Answer

Not really: If  you  use  only  as  prescribed  ,  you  are safe.  I  tell  my  pts  give a  break  on  the  weekends  or  donot  use  on  2  nights  a  week.  Spray  on  nasl  wall  only  i.E  r side  with  l  hand  and  vice  versa.

Question 9

is there a cheap version of flonase?

Accepted Answer

Fluticasone nasal: The generic version of Flonase is available at fluticasone proprionate.  In spring 2015, this should be available over the counter.  It is still a good idea to check with your doctor before using OTC medications.

Question 10

what is the generic name for flonase?

Accepted Answer

Fluticasone : Fluticasone propionate is the name.  Not to be confused with Veramyst which is fluticasone furoate.

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Help! need clarification on a question i asked earlier. trying to get off afrin with no success. no luck trying to quit cold turkey. i use 2 sprays per day. can i take flonase too and wean off afrin? oh..i do use saline spray too. thanks?

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Does flonase expire?

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What's better than flonase?

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