Monasal

Monasal

mometasone

Manufacturer:

Eurodrug

Distributor:

Apex Pharma Marketing
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Mometasone furoate
Indications/Uses
Symptomatic treatment of seasonal or perennial rhinitis in adult & childn ≥2 yr; acute rhinosinusitis in adult & childn ≥12 yr w/o signs or symptoms of bacterial infection. Nasal polyps in adults ≥18 yr. Prevention of moderate to severe symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis when used 2-4 wk before the beginning of pollen season.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Seasonal & perennial rhinitis Adult & childn ≥12 yr 2 sprays into each nostril once daily, childn 2-11 yr 1 spray into each nostril once daily. Nasal polyps Adult >18 yr Initially 2 sprays into each nostril once daily, may be increased to 2 sprays into each nostril bd if symptoms are not controlled after 5-6 wk. Acute rhinosinusitis Adult & childn ≥12 yr 2 sprays into each nostril bd.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Nasal infection (eg, herpes). Recent nasal operation or injury.
Special Precautions
TB (existing or history); herpes simplex infection of the eye; any type of infection (fungal, bacterial or viral); nasal sores; cystic fibrosis. Concomitant use w/ other corticosteroids (PO or inj). Benzalkonium Cl content may cause nasal irritation or swelling. May affect the ability to drive or use machines. Pregnancy & lactation. Long-term use at high doses may cause slowing of growth in childn.
Adverse Reactions
Headache, sneezing, nose bleeds, sore nose or throat, diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, blurred vision. Potentially, allergic reaction (eg, swollen face, tongue or pharynx; trouble swallowing; hives; wheezing or trouble breathing).
Drug Interactions
Effects may be increased by ritonavir, cobicistat. Concomitant use w/ other corticosteroids (PO or inj).
MIMS Class
Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations
ATC Classification
R01AD09 - mometasone ; Belongs to the class of topical corticosteroids used for prophylaxis and treatment of allergic rhinitis.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Monasal nasal spray 50 mcg/spray
Packing/Price
(140 sprays) 50 mcg x 1's
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