Omnaris is a prescription nasal spray that is used for treating common nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV article explains how Omnaris works, describes the effects of the medicine, and offers information on how and when to use the nasal spray.
Nosebleeds, ear pain, and headaches are some of the most commonly reported Omnaris side effects. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects of the drug and explains which ones are potentially serious and may require prompt medical attention.
Omnaris uses are primarily focused on the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms. As this eMedTV Web page explains, however, the nasal spray can also be used off-label for treating nasal polyps and nasal symptoms that are not caused by allergies.
The usual starting Omnaris dosage is two sprays in each nostril once a day. As this eMedTV segment explains, there is only one standard dose, regardless of your age or type of allergies. Tips on how to use the nasal spray are also included.
At this time, only one medication is known to cause potentially negative Omnaris drug interactions. As this eMedTV page explains, combining Omnaris with this drug may increase the level of ciclesonide (the active ingredient in Omnaris) in the blood.
Omnaris may slow down the growth rate of children and teenagers. This eMedTV resource contains a list of other Omnaris warnings and precautions, and also includes important information on who should not use the nasal spray.
It appears that a short-term overdose of Omnaris is not likely to be dangerous. As this article from the eMedTV Web site explains, however, taking large doses of the drug for long periods of time may cause serious side effects.
If Omnaris is used during pregnancy, problems may occur for the unborn child. This eMedTV article provides more information on Omnaris and pregnancy, including a description of problems that were seen when the drug was given to pregnant rabbits.
It is not known whether breastfeeding is safe for women taking Omnaris. This page from the eMedTV archives provides a more in-depth look at Omnaris and breastfeeding, and discusses whether the drug passes through breast milk in humans.
Omnaris is currently not available in generic form. This page from the eMedTV library discusses the earliest possible date that generic Omnaris could be available and explains what insurance companies may cover until a generic version is available.
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