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Good Sense Allergy Relief (Fluticasone)

Generic name: fluticasone nasal [floo-TIK-a-sone]
Brand names include: Children’s Flonase Flonase allergy relief Flonase sensimist, Good Sense allergy relief (Fluticasone), Good Sense Children’s allergy relief, Xhance
Drug class: Nasal steroids

What is Good Sense Allergy Relief?

Good Sense Allergic Relief is a steroid medication that treats nasal congestion, itchy eyes, runny or watery noses, and sneezing caused by seasonal or all-year-round allergies.Only adults should use the Xhance version of Good Sense Allergic Relief. Veramyst can be used by children as young as 2 years of age. Flonase can be used by adults and children over the age of 4.Good Sense Allergy Relief and Fluticasone may be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.

Side effects of Good Sense Allergy Relief

If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: hives; rash; feeling lightheaded; difficulty breathing; swelling on your face, lips, or tongue.

Good Sense Allergy relief may cause serious side effects. If you experience:

  • Nosebleeds that are severe or persistent
  • Noises in your breathing, runny nasal discharge, or crust around the nostrils
  • Redness, sores, or white patches on your tongue or throat
  • Fever, chills, and body aches
  • Blurred vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around light
  • Any wound that does not heal
  • Signs of hormonal disorders include worsening fatigue or weakness in the muscles, feeling dizzy, nausea, and vomiting.

Steroids can have an impact on the growth of children. If your child's growth isn't normal while taking this medication, tell your doctor.

Some of the common side effects associated with fluticasone (good-sense allergy relief) include:

  • Minor nosebleeds, burning, or itching your nose
  • Sores or white patches on your nose or inside it
  • Difficulty breathing;
  • Headache, back pain;
  • If you have a fever, a sore throat, or if you suffer from sinus pain, then this is for your consideration.
  • Nausea, vomiting.

There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor.Contacting the FDA directly is also available; just dial 1-800-FDA-1088 and report any adverse reactions you encounter.

Similar/related drugs

Prednisone, fluticasone nasal, cetirizine, loratadine, promethazine, Zyrtec, and Flonase

Warnings

Please read all instructions provided with your medication carefully, then inform both yourself and your healthcare provider of all relevant details regarding medical conditions, allergies and any medications taken or being considered taken.

Before you take this drug

If you have an allergy to Fluticasone, then it is best not to use Good Sense Allergy Relief.Fluticasone may weaken your immunity, increasing the likelihood of you contracting infections and/or worsening any infection that you have already had or are currently experiencing. Inform your doctor of any illnesses or infections you've had in the last few weeks.

Tell your doctor about any of the following:

  • Sores or ulcers on the inside of your nose
  • Injury or surgery to your nose
  • Glaucoma, or cataracts
  • Liver disease
  • Diabetes;
  • A weak immune system
  • Any type of infection, whether bacterial, viral, fungi, or parasitic.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if Good Sense Allergy Relief is safe for you if you are using it without a prescription.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How to take Good Sense Allergy Relief?

Read all instructions or guides that come with your medication and follow all directions. Follow the directions on the label.This medicine should not be shared with anyone else, even if the other person has similar symptoms.Fluticasone strength or brand may affect your dose. Your dose may also change if your symptoms improve. Dosing instructions should be followed very closely.An adult should supervise a child who uses nasal spray.Please read and follow all instructions for use that come with your medication. If you don't understand the instructions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Shake the nasal spray before every use.You should not suddenly stop taking fluticasone if you have been using another steroid medication. You should follow your doctor's advice about reducing your dose.Your symptoms may not improve for several days. Continue to take the medication according to instructions, and inform your doctor if you do not see improvement after one week.Store good sense. Allergy relief (Fluticasone), upright, at room temperature, away from heat and moisture Discard the spray bottle after 120 sprays, even if the medicine is still in it.

What happens if I miss the dose?

If you are almost due for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.

What happens if I overdose?

Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.Overdoses of Good Sense Allergy Relief are unlikely to cause life-threatening symptoms. Long-term use of steroid medication can cause glaucoma and cataracts. It may also lead to increased acne, facial hair, or changes in body weight (especially on your neck, face, back, or waist).

What should be avoided?

Avoid spraying the spray into your eyes or mouth. If you do get the spray in your eyes or mouth, rinse it out with water.Avoid being around people who are ill or infected. If you have been exposed to the chicken pox or the measles, call your doctor immediately for preventive treatment. These conditions are serious and can even be fatal for people using Good Sense Allergy Relief.

Interaction with other drug

Tell your doctor if you are taking any other medications, including:

  • Antifungal medicine;
  • Antiviral medication to treat hepatitis c or hiv/aids.

This list is incomplete. Good Sense Allergy Relief may be affected by other drugs, including vitamins and herbs. This list does not include all drug interactions.