Beconase Hayfever contains 50 micrograms beclometasone dipropionate
as the active ingredient in each spray. It also contains
microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethylcellulose,
dextrose, polysorbate 80, purified water and the preservatives
benzalkonium chloride and phenylethylalcohol. These other
ingredients are needed to make a stable suspension which
will not go off. Beconase Hayfever is available in a plastic
bottle containing 180 sprays.
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Beconase Hayfever contains a corticosteroid called
beclometasone dipropionate. This has an anti-inflammatory
action. Corticosteroids
must be used regularly, every day, for maximum effect.
Beconase Hayfever works by reducing swelling and irritation
in the nose and so helps to relieve uncomfortable symptoms.
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Beconase Hayfever can be used any time in the year to prevent
and treat the common symptoms of allergic rhinitis, including
hayfever, such as sneezing and a runny, itchy or blocked-up
nose. Allergic rhinitis can be brought on by different
'triggers', such as pollen, cats, dogs, horses, house dust
etc. When your nose is cleared the pressure and pain around
the nose and eyes is also reduced. Beconase Hayfever can
be used by adults aged 18 or over.
Before you use Beconase Hayfever:
• Are you pregnant or planning to become pregnant?
• Are you breast-feeding a baby?
• Are you allergic to any of the ingredients?
• Do you have an infection in your nose?
• Have you recently been treated with a steroid injection,
or taken steroid tablets for a long time?
If the answer to any of these questions is YES, talk to
your doctor or pharmacist before using Beconase Hayfever.
Using your nasal spray
• Follow the instructions
shown in the leaflet. If you have any problems ask your pharmacist.
• Use only in your nose. Make sure you don't get the spray
in your eyes.
Dose
Adults aged 18 or over: Two sprays into each nostril every
morning and evening. Beconase Hayfever is not recommended
for children or adolescents under 18 years of age. Shake
before use. Beconase Hayfever quickly starts to reduce
inflammation and swelling in your nose, although it may
take 2 or 3 days to build up to its maximum protective
effect. Therefore, to prevent the onset of symptoms start
to use Beconase Hayfever two or three days before exposure
to one of your usual 'triggers'. Once your symptoms have
improved, you may be able to reduce the dose to one spray
into each nostril every morning and evening. If your symptoms
get worse again, return to a dose of two sprays into each
nostril every morning and evening. Try to use the lowest
dose that controls your symptoms. Do not use more than
8 sprays (400 micrograms) in a day. If your symptoms have
not improved after 14 days consult your doctor. Do not
use this product continuously for more than 3 months without
consulting your doctor. If you miss a dose just take the
next dose when it is due. Tell your doctor if you accidentally
use more than you should.
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Beconase Hayfever does not cause drowsiness
and does not affect your ability to drive or use machinery. |
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You can still drink alcohol while you are using Beconase
Hayfever. |
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You may sneeze a little after using this spray but
this soon stops. Very occasionally you may notice an
unpleasant taste or smell. Occasionally people have nose
bleeds. Some people may feel some irritation in their
nose or throat. This usually goes away. Tell your doctor
if your nose or throat becomes painful. |
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If you have any problems with your eyes such as pain
or blurred vision (glaucoma), or problems with your nose
such as pain and / or persistent bleeding, tell your
doctor as soon
as possible. |
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Some people can be allergic to medicines. If you develop
a rash or swelling, stop taking this medicine, and tell
your doctor immediately. |
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Very rarely, some people have problems with their eyes
after using the nasal spray. If you have any problems
with your eyes such as pain or blurred vision, tell your
doctor as soon as possible. |
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Exceeding the dose level or recommended duration of
treatment is not recommended as this may affect the normal
production of corticosteroids in the body. |
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If you feel your medicine has upset you in any way
tell your doctor or pharmacist and follow their advice. |
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Is a corticosteroid like other sorts of steroids?
The word steroid describes the chemical “shape” of a wide variety
of medicines and chemicals. They have many different actions and uses. Corticosteroids counter inflammation in the body and are all based on the body’s own
anti-inflammation substance - cortisol. Corticosteroids are completely different
in their action from anabolic steroids and sex hormones.
Aren’t corticosteroids
very powerful drugs?
Some corticosteroids, especially
when given by mouth or by injection, are among the most powerful
tools doctors have
in combating a wide variety of conditions. However, there
is a vast difference in the doses used in nasal sprays and
corticosteroid tablets. Because
the dose in Beconase Hayfever is applied only where it is
needed, only an extremely small
amount of active medicine is required. The safety of the
ingredients in Beconase Hayfever has been shown over several
decades of use as a prescription medicine in millions of
patients. It is this safety record that has allowed it to
be made available over-the-counter in chemists and supermarkets.
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