Telnase / Nasacort

Classification:
This medicine is classified as a Pharmacy Only Medicine in New Zealand.

Description:
Telnase contains a corticosteroid and is used to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis (hayfever) and perennial allergic rhinitis. Hayfever produces symptoms such as sneezing, itching and runny nose. Sometimes you can get these symptoms all year long and this is called perennial allergic rhinitis. It is often caused by dust mites or hair from a cat or dog. Telnase sprayed into your nose will relieve the sneezing, itching, runny nose you experience with hayfever or perennial allergic rhinitis.

Active Ingredient:
Triamcinolone acetonide 55mcg/spray containing 120 sprays.

Dosage:
Adults and Children above 12 Years:
To start 2 sprays into each nostril once daily. Reduce to 1 spray into each nostril once daily when symptoms are controlled. Do not exceed the maximum started dose.

Contraindications:
Do not use Telnase if you:

• are allergic to any of the ingredients in Telnase


• have an infection of the nose

• Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant


• Are breastfeeding


• Have a nasal or sinus infection


• Have recently had nasal ulcers, injury or surgery to your nose


• Are taking any other medicine, especially other medicines that contain corticosteroids


• Have asthma or are taking asthma medication


• Do not give to children under 12 years of age.

Reactions:
While on Telnase, some people may experience side effects. Most of the time they are mild and only last for a short period, occasionally they may be serious. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following and they worry you:

• increased runny nose


• increased sneezing


• irritation inside the nose


• increased blocked nose


• sore throat

• you develop sings or symptoms of a nasal or sinus infection such as fever, pain or swelling, or discoloured nasal discharge


• you have eye pain or visual disturbances


• your nose bleeds


• you suffer any headaches

Other Information:
If you would like to discuss this product or have any questions regarding this medicine please contact one of our pharmacists at info@discount-pain-meds.com

If you think that Telnase / Nasacort maybe unsuitable for your condition then please seek the advice of our pharmacist at info@discount-pain-meds.com.