RHINOCORT INDICATIONS
Rhinocort is used for treating nasal allergy symptoms, including runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
RHINOCORT INSTRUCTIONS
Use Rhinocort as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
RHINOCORT STORAGE
Take Rhinocort as directed by your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Rhinocort, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
RHINOCORT STORAGE
Store at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in an upright position. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze. Keep Rhinocort out of the reach of children and away from pets.
RHINOCORT MORE INFO:
Active Ingredient: Budesonide
Budesonide can lower the blood cells that help your body fight infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using Rhinocort Aqua.
Do not use Rhinocort if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Rhinocort;
you are taking mifepristone.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding;
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement;
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances;
if you have a bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic infection;
chickenpox;
tuberculosis;
a positive tuberculosis (TB) skin test;
measles;
diarrhea;
nasal ulcer, surgery, or trauma;
or herpes infection in the eye;
or if you have had a recent vaccine.
Budesonide may cause:
nose irritation or burning
bleeding or sores in the nose
lightheadedness
upset stomach
cough
hoarseness
dry mouth
rash
sore throat
bad taste in mouth
change in mucus color
muscle cramps
In addition, the following symptoms should be reported immediately:
difficulty breathing or swelling of the face
white patches in the throat, mouth, or nose
irregular menstrual periods
severe acne
on rare occasions, behavioral changes — when these do occur, they seem to mostly affect children.