Indications & Uses
Nasomet is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Dosage, Allergic Rhinitis: Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older. The recommended dose for prophylaxis and treatment of the nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, and for treatment of the nasal symptoms of perennial allergic rhinitis, is two sprays (50 mcg of Mometasone Furoate in each spray) in each nostril once daily, for a total daily dose of 100 mcg. In patients with a known seasonal allergen that brings on nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, prophylaxis with Mometasone Nasal Spray, 50 mcg (200 mcg per day), is recommended 2 to 4 weeks before the anticipated start of the pollen season. Children 2 to 11 Years of Age: The recommended dose for treatment of the nasal symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis is one spray (50 mcg of Mometasone Furoate in each spray) in each nostril once daily, for a total daily dose of 100 mcg. Nasal Polyps, Adults 18 Years of Age and Older: The recommended dose for nasal polyps is two sprays (50 mcg of Mometasone Furoate in each spray) in each nostril twice daily, for a total daily dose of 400 mcg. A dose of two sprays (50 mcg of Mometasone Furoate in each spray) in each nostril once daily, for a total daily dose of 200 mcg, is also effective in some patients.
Side Effects
Side effects are generally mild and include headache, viral infection, pharyngitis, epistaxis and cough.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Caution is needed when using nasal corticosteroids in patients with active or dormant tuberculosis, or with untreated fungal, bacterial, or systemic viral infections, as well as ocular herpes simplex. Nasal mucosa should be checked periodically for any signs of adverse effects. This medicine should not be used in patients who have recently had nasal ulcers, nasal surgery, or nasal trauma. Patients who experience changes in vision, or who have a history of raised intraocular pressure, glaucoma, and/or cataracts, should be monitored closely.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of this preparation contraindicates its use.