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FLIXONASE 24 HOUR™

The brand FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is marketed internationally as FLONASE, by the same company Glaxosmithkline (GSK). The product has exactly the same specifications and only differs by its branding. FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is available in NZ as a PHARMACY ONLY MEDICINE which means you don't need a prescription to buy it.

Please read this information carefully before taking FLIXONASE 24 HOUR.You can find answers to some common questions about FLIXONASE 24 HOUR in this article but it does not contain all of the available information. The information is not intended to replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

What FLIXONASE 24-HOUR is used for

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR contains an active ingredient called fluticasone propionate, which hepls to treat breathing difficulty due to inflamed and swollen tissues in your nose caused by pollens, dust and other airborne allergens.

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is used for short term prevention and treatment of seasonal allergies including hay fever. It is available from your pharmacist although you may have been prescribed Flixonase 24-Hour by your doctor.

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR will control your seasonal allergy symptoms such as itchy and runny,nose, nasal congestion, itchy and watery eyes, however in some instances you may need additional therapy, especially to control eye symptoms.

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR should be used daily as irregular use every 4-5 days may not be as effective. FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is not an addictive medicine.

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR will begin to work on your allergy symptoms immediately but maximum effect and relief of your symptoms may take upto 72 hours.

When you must not use FLIXONASE 24-HOUR

Do not Use:

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR if you have ever had an allergic reaction to fluticasone propionate or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this article.

Read the side effects section to find out the symptoms of an allergic reaction to FLIXONASE 24 HOUR.

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor or pharmacist says you should.

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  FLIXONASE 24 HOUR after the expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack.

  FLIXONASE 24 HOURif the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering.

If you use the product after the expiry date has passed, it may not work as well.

If you're not sure whether you should be using FLIXONASE 24 HOUR talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Before you start using FLIXONASE 24-HOUR

You must tell your doctor or pharmacist if:

• You have an infection in your nose or sinuses
• You have had nasal surgery
• You have been treated with steroid injections, or taken steroid tablets.
• You are allergic to foods, dyes, preservatives or any other medicine
• You are under 12 years of age. FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is not recommended for children 12 years and under.
• If you are taking any other medicines, including medicines you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.

Some medicines may affect the way other medicines work. Your doctor or pharmacist will be able to tell you what to do when using Flixonase 24-Hour with other medicines.

How to use FLIXONASE 24-HOUR

How much to useTwo sprays into each nostril once a day, preferably in the morning, unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise.

Your doctor/pharmacist will advise you what to do if only one nostril is affected.

The maximum amount of sprays per day must not be more than 2 sprays (200 mcg) into each nostril.

You may not feel the maximum benefit from your medicine straight away, but it is important that you continue to use it regularly. It may take a few days until you get maximum relief from your medicine.How to use the spray

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  1.Shake the bottle and remove the dust cap.

  2. Blow your nose gently.

  3. Close one nostril by holding a finger against the side of the nose, hold the bottle and put the nozzle in the other nostril. Tilt your head forward slightly and keep the bottle upright.

  4. Start to breathe in slowly through your nose. While you are breathing in, squirt a spray of fine mist into your nostril by pressing down firmly on the collar of the bottle with your fingers.

  5. Breathe out through your mouth. Repeat step 4 to take a second spray in the same nostril.

  6. Remove the nozzle from this nostril and breathe out through your mouth.

  7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for the other nostril.

  8. After using the spray, wipe the nozzle carefully with a clean tissue or handkerchief and replace the dust cap.

How long do I need to use FLIXONASE 24 HOUR for?Continue to use Flixonase 24-Hour regularly for as long as your doctor or pharmacist tells you to.If you forget to use it

If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and use your next dose when you are meant to. Otherwise, use the product as soon as you remember, then go back to using the product as you would normally.

Do not use a double dose to make up for the dose that you missed.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist that you are using FLIXONASE 24 HOUR  if you are about to be started on any new medicines.
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if, for any reason, you have not used your medicine exactly as instructed.
• Otherwise, your doctor or pharmacist may think that it was not effective and change your treatment unnecessarily.
• Use Flixonase 24-Hour only in your nose.

• Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if their symptoms seem similar to yours.
• Do not use Flixonase 24-Hour to treat any other complaints unless your doctor or pharmacist says to.

Side-Effects

Check with your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you have any problems while using Flixonase 24-Hour, even if you do not think the problems are connected with the medicine or are not listed in this leaflet.

Like other medicines, FLIXONASE 24 HOUR  can cause some side effects. If they occur, they are most likely to be minor and temporary. However, some may be serious and need medical attention.

The most commonly reported side-effects are:

• sneezing
• irritation or dryness in the nose or throat
• bad taste or smell
• nose bleed
• skin rash
• Swelling of the face or tongue

Rare side effects include:

• wheezing and shortness of breath
• breakdown of tissue inside the nose (nasal septal perforation)

If any of these side effects persist, or are troublesome, see your doctor or pharmacist.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist to answer any questions you may have.

If you think you are having an allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction to FLIXONASE 24 HOUR . TELL YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY or go to the emergency department at your nearest hospital.

Symptoms usually include some or all of the following:

• wheezing
• swelling of the lips/mouth
• difficulty in breathing
• hay fever
• lumpy rash ("hives")
• fainting

This is not a complete list of all possible side effects. Others may occur in some people and there may be some side effects not yet known.Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that is making you feel unwell, even if it is not on this list.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand anything in this list.

Do not be alarmed by this list of possible side effects. You may not experience any of them.

Storage:

• Keep this medicine where young children cannot reach it.
• A locked cupboard at least one-and-a half metres above the ground is a good place to store medicines.
• Store your FLIXONASE 24 HOUR upright below 25°C.
• Protect the bottle from direct sunlight.
• Do not put the bottle in the freezer.
• Do not store the medicine, in a bathroom or near a sink.
• Do not leave the spray bottle in the car or on window sills.
• Heat and dampness can destroy some medicines.
• Keep your product in its pack until it is time to use it.
• If you take the product out of its packaging it may not keep well.

Disposal

If you stop using Flixonase 24-Hour, or the product has passed its expiry date, ask your pharmacist what to do with any product left over.

What FLIXONASE 24 HOUR looks likeFLIXONASE 24 HOUR comes in an amber glass bottle fitted with a pump, nasal adaptor and dust cover. Each bottle provides approximately 120 sprays, when used as recommended.Ingredients

FLIXONASE 24 HOUR contains the active ingredient fluticasone propionate. The Product also contains the following inactive ingredients:

Dextrose (anhydrous), microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, phenylethyl alcohol, benzalkonium chloride, polysorbate 80, dilute hydrochloric acid and purified water.

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Supplier

Your FLIXONASE 24 HOUR is supplied by:
Glaxo Wellcome New Zealand Limited
Quay Tower
Cnr Albert and Customs St
Private Bag 106600
Downtown Auckland
New Zealand