OTC Medication Information: 24 Hour Nasal Allergy

24 HOUR NASAL ALLERGY- triamcinolone acetonide spray, metered
Kroger Company

Active ingredient (in each spray)

Triamcinolone acetonide 55 mcg (glucocorticoid)

Purpose

Allergy symptom reliever

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

nasal congestion
runny nose
sneezing
itchy nose

Warnings

Do not use

in children under 2 years of age
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you

have had recent nose ulcers or nose surgery
have had a nose injury that has not healed
are using a steroid medicine for asthma, allergies or skin rash
have an eye infection
have or had glaucoma or cataracts

When using this product

the growth rate of some children may be slower
some symptoms may get better on the first day of treatment. It may take up to one week of daily use to feel the most symptom relief.
do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs
remember to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including this one

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you have, or come into contact with someone who has, chickenpox, measles or tuberculosis
you have or develop symptoms of an infection such as a persistent fever
you have any change in vision
you have severe or frequent nosebleeds

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Directions

Read insert (inside package) on how to:

get a new bottle ready (primed) before first use
prime bottle again if not used for more than 2 weeks
use the spray
clean the spray nozzle

ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER

adults and children

12 years of age

and older

once daily, spray 2 times into each nostril while sniffing gently
once your allergy symptoms improve, reduce to 1 spray in each nostril per day

CHILDREN 2 TO UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE

the growth rate of some children may be slower while using this product. Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than two months a year.

children 6 to under

12 years of age

an adult should supervise use
once daily, spray 1 time into each nostril while sniffing gently
if allergy symptoms do not improve, increase to 2 sprays in each nostril per day. Once allergy symptoms improve, reduce to 1 spray in each nostril per day.

children 2 to under 6 years of age

an adult should supervise use
once daily, spray 1 time into each nostril while sniffing gently

children under 2 years of age

do not use
do not use more than directed
if you forget a dose, do not double the next dose
do not spray into eyes or mouth
if allergy symptoms do not improve after one week, stop using and talk to a doctor
do not use for the common cold
shake well before each use

Other information

do not use if printed bottle wrap is torn or opened
keep package and insert. They contain important information.
store between 20o -25o C (68o -77o F)

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, dextrose anhydrous, edetate disodium dihydrate, hydrochloric acid or sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment), microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, purified water

Questions or comments?

1-800-632-6900

Consumer Information

Triamcinolone Acetonide Nasal Spray 55 mcg per spray

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Read both sides of this insert for complete instructions on how to get a bottle ready (primed), how to use the spray bottle and how to clean the spray nozzle.
Keep this insert as it contains important information.

STEPS TO GET A NEW BOTTLE READY FOR USE (PRIMED)

1. Before first use, a new bottle must be primed.

a.
Remove cap and safety clip (Figure A).
b.
Shake bottle.
c.
Press and release spray nozzle until a fine mist is produced (as shown in Figure B). This may take several times. Take care not to spray in face.
Figure A

PRIME BOTTLE AGAIN IF NOT USED FOR MORE THAN 2 WEEKS

Repeat steps for priming a bottle (see above).

USE INSTRUCTIONS

1.
Blow nose gently to clear nostrils.
2.
Remove cap and safety clip, then shake bottle.
3.
Hold bottle with thumb under bottle and spray nozzle between fingers (as shown in Figure B).
4.
Press against the outside of your nose with your finger to close off one nostril (as shown in Figure C).
5.
Place the tip of the spray nozzle into the other nostril. The spray nozzle should not reach far into the nose. Aim nozzle toward back of nose (as shown in Figure C).
Figure B

DO NOT spray toward nasal septum (the wall between the 2 nostrils) (as shown in Figure D).

Figures C & D
(click image for full-size original)
6. While sniffing gently, spray into nostril.

IMPORTANT: For complete dosing instructions, See “Directions for use” on next side.

7. Repeat steps “4” through “6” for the other nostril.
8. After using the nasal spray, wipe nozzle with a tissue, replace safety clip, and replace cap by pressing it down over the spray nozzle.

NOTE: Avoid blowing nose for 15 minutes after use.

If nozzle does not spray properly, see cleaning instructions on next side.

(continued on side 2)

SIDE 1

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE first use, you must get a new bottle ready (primed).
If bottle is not used for more than 2 weeks, prime bottle again.

Dosing

ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER

adults and children 12 years of age and older

once daily, spray 2 times into each nostril while sniffing gently
once your allergy symptoms improve, reduce to 1 spray in each nostril per day

CHILDREN 2 TO UNDER 12 YEARS OF AGE

the growth rate of some children may be slower while using this product. Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than two months a year.

children 6 to under 12 years of age

an adult should supervise use
once daily, spray 1 time into each nostril while sniffing gently
if allergy symptoms do not improve, increase to 2 sprays in each nostril per day. Once allergy symptoms improve, reduce to 1 spray in each nostril per day.

children 2 to under 6 years of age

an adult should supervise use
once daily, spray 1 time into each nostril while sniffing gently

children under 2 years of age

do not use

Other important information for use

Do not use more than directed.
If you forget a dose, do not double the next dose.
Do not spray into eyes or mouth.
If you get the spray in your eyes, rinse well with water.
If allergy symptoms do not improve after one week, stop using and talk to a doctor.
Do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs.

IF PUMP DOES NOT SPRAY PROPERLY, THE NOZZLE MAY BE BLOCKED

1.
Never try to unblock nozzle with a pin or any other object (as shown in Figure E).
2.
Clean the nozzle as shown below.
Figure E

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

1.
Gently pull spray nozzle away from bottle (as shown in Figure F).
2.
Rinse SPRAY NOZZLE ONLY under warm water (as shown in Figure G).
3.
Shake or tap to remove excess water.
4.
Re-attach spray nozzle to bottle.
5.
Press and release spray nozzle until a fine spray is produced, taking care not to spray in face.
Figure FFigure G

Triamcinolone Acetonide Nasal Spray pump is now ready to use.

Where can I get more information? 1-800-719-9260

Store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)

Made in Israel

Distributed By

Perrigo®

Allegan, MI 49010

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