Avamys

Avamys

fluticasone

Manufacturer:

GlaxoSmithKline

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Fluticasone furoate
Indications/Uses
Nasal symptoms (eg, rhinorrhea, nasal congestion & itching, sneezing) of seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis in adults & adolescents ≥12 yr  & childn 2-11 yr. Ocular symptoms (eg, itching/burning, tearing/watering & eye redness) of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults & adolescents ≥12 yr.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis Adult & adolescents ≥12 yr Initially 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Total daily dose: 110 mcg. Maintenance: 1 spray in each nostril once daily. Childn 2-11 yr Initially 1 spray in each nostril once daily, may be increased to 2 sprays in each nostril if not adequately responding. Maintenance: 1 spray each nostril once daily.
Contraindications
Special Precautions
Systemic effects particularly at high doses for prolonged periods. Concomitant use w/ ritonavir. Maintain lowest dose for childn due to reduction in growth velocity. Potential systemic steroid effects including ocular changes eg, central serious chorioretinopathy. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <2 yr.
Adverse Reactions
Epistaxis. Nasal ulceration; headache.
Drug Interactions
Potential risk of increased systemic exposure w/ ritonavir.
MIMS Class
Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations
ATC Classification
R01AD12 - fluticasone furoate ; Belongs to the class of topical corticosteroids used for prophylaxis and treatment of allergic rhinitis.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Avamys nasal spray 27.5 mcg/spray
Packing/Price
120 spray x 1's;60 spray x 1's
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