Nazomega Nasal Spray (Mometasone Furoate)

Adult use

Allergic rhinitis: spray 2 times in each nostril once daily (total daily dose 0.2 mg). The frequency can be reduced to 1 spray in each nostril if symptoms are alleviated (total daily dose 0.1 mg). Maximum 4 sprays in each nostril once daily (total daily dose 0.4 mg). Nasal polyps: spray 2 times in each nostril once daily (total daily dose 0.2 mg). If symptoms are not alleviated, increase to 2 sprays in each nostril twice daily (total daily dose 0.4 mg). If no symptom relief is noted after 5-6 weeks of twice daily administration, consider other treatment modalities. There have been no studies on the use of this drug for more than 4 months for nasal polyp treatment.

Child use

Allergic rhinitis: spray 1 time in each nostril once daily (total daily dose 0.1 mg).

This medication should not be used in certain patients. It should not be given to individuals who are allergic to this drug or any of its components. Patients with untreated infections of the nasal mucosa, recent nasal surgery, or nasal wounds should also avoid this medication. Additionally, it is not to be administered to infants under 2 years old. Precautions are needed when using this drug. It should be used cautiously in patients with active or latent tuberculosis, systemic infections, and herpes simplex virus in the eyes. Patients prone to nosebleeds or at risk of chickenpox or measles should also be careful. Patients with unilateral nasal polyps or cystic fibrosis-related polyps, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should be treated with caution. Side effects such as headaches, viral infections, pharyngitis, nosebleeds, cough, and upper respiratory infections may occur. Rarely, immediate hypersensitivity reactions such as bronchospasm or difficulty breathing may occur; if unusual symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and seek medical attention. Long-term high-dose use may result in systemic side effects, thus caution is necessary. Regular examinations of the nasal mucosa should be conducted with prolonged use, and treatment may need to be stopped or adjusted for local fungal infections. Attention must be paid to the risk of infections like chickenpox or measles. When administering to children, growth delay may be a possibility, so their growth should be monitored regularly. The elderly may experience decreased physical function, so their condition should be closely observed during use. Overdose does not require special treatment, but be aware of side effects from excessive use of corticosteroids. Before use, the container should be shaken well, and a test spray should be performed; care should be taken not to spray directly onto the eyes or the nasal septum. Keep out of reach of children, and the effects on driving or operating machinery are not known.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe malaise, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, changes in urine output

Mild side effects

Headache, viral infections, pharyngitis, nosebleeds/blood-tinged mucus, cough, upper respiratory infections, menstrual discomfort, musculoskeletal pain, sinusitis, vomiting, joint pain, asthma, bronchitis, chest pain, conjunctivitis, diarrhea, indigestion, ear pain, cold symptoms, muscle pain, nausea, rhinitis, diarrhea, nasal inflammation, otitis media, wheezing, skin trauma, nasal symptoms (irritation, itching, dryness, pain, redness, discomfort, etc.), positive nasal fungal test, sore throat

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 2 to 25 degrees Celsius to preserve the efficacy of the medication.

Appearance

This medication is an opaque suspension that is white or nearly white.

Package unit

10 grams (80 sprays)/bottle, 18 grams (140 sprays)/bottle