Nasacort AQ is a nasal spray that is used for treating seasonal and perennial nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Nasacort AQ and its effects, precautions and warnings, and dosing information.
Possible side effects of Nasacort AQ include cough, sore throat, and bloody nose. This eMedTV resource explains how common these side effects are and lists some potentially serious side effects that may require medical attention.
Nasacort AQ is used for treating seasonal and perennial nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children. This eMedTV segment discusses possible off-label Nasacort AQ uses and also explains in detail how the medication works to improve symptoms.
Children 2 to 11 years old usually start with a Nasacort AQ dosage of one spray in each nostril daily. This eMedTV page also offers Nasacort AQ dosing recommendations for adults and children over age 12 and includes tips for using the nasal spray.
No Nasacort AQ drug interactions are known at this time. As this eMedTV page explains, only a small amount is absorbed into the bloodstream, so it is unlikely to affect other drugs, and other drugs are unlikely to have an effect on Nasacort AQ.
You should not take Nasacort AQ if you are allergic to any components of the medicine. This eMedTV segment provides more Nasacort AQ warnings and precautions, and includes a list of possible complications or side effects that may occur with the drug.
As this eMedTV segment explains, studies on Nasacort AQ and pregnancy show that the drug increased the risk of birth defects when it was given to pregnant animals. However, this segment also explains when the drug may be given to a pregnant woman.
Nasacort AQ is not likely to cause problems in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV Web page discusses Nasacort AQ and breastfeeding in more detail, and explains what may increase the risk of problems in women who are nursing while using the drug.
Serious complications are not likely to occur with a short-term Nasacort AQ overdose. This page on the eMedTV Web site describes the problems that may occur with a long-term Nasacort AQ overdose and explains what treatment options are available.
Nasacort AQ is not yet available in generic form. As this eMedTV segment explains, a generic version of the medication is expected to become available as early as June 2011. This article takes a closer look at generic Nasacort AQ.
