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FLONASE® ALLERGY RELIEF FAQ

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  • What is FLONASE® Allergy Relief?

    FLONASE® Allergy Relief is an intranasal corticosteroid (INS) nasal spray that relieves nose-related and eye-related allergy symptoms.

    As a nasal spray available over the counter*, FLONASE® works right in the nose, and is minimally absorbed by the body.

    *FLONASE® Allergy Relief is behind the counter in Quebec. Availability varies by province. Please speak with your pharmacist.

  • What symptoms can FLONASE® Allergy Relief relieve?

    • Nasal congestion
    • Runny nose
    • Sneezing
    • Itchy, Watery Eyes
    • Itchy Nose and Throat
    • Sinus pain and pressure

  • How quickly does FLONASE® Allergy Relief start working?

    You may start to feel relief after the first day—and full effect after several days of regular once-a-day use.

    Use FLONASE® Allergy Relief every day as full effectiveness is usually achieved after 3 or 4 days of continuous use. *

    * Full effectiveness may be achieved once 2 or 3 days of treatment have been completed.

  • Does FLONASE® Allergy Relief relieve allergy symptoms of the eyes?

    FLONASE® Allergy Relief is the first over-the-counter allergy nasal* spray that is indicated for both nose-related and eye-related allergy symptoms. FLONASE® helps relieve itchy and watery eyes.

    *intranasal corticosteroid

  • Does FLONASE® Allergy Relief relieve sinus pain and pressure?

    FLONASE® Allergy Relief is for the treatment of allergy-related symptoms. FLONASE® provides relief of nasal congestion including sinus pain and pressure.

  • Does FLONASE® Allergy Relief relieve symptoms of indoor as well as outdoor allergies?

    FLONASE® Allergy Relief helps relieve a broad range of symptoms from many allergens. FLONASE® helps with outdoor allergens such as weed pollen, grass pollen, tree pollen, and mold spores. It also helps with indoor allergens such as pet dander, house dust mites, and mold.

  • How is FLONASE® Allergy Relief different from an antihistamine tablet?

    Antihistamines, available in a tablet format, block the receptors of histamine that is one of the inflammatory substances that cause allergy symptoms. FLONASE Allergy Relief is applied to the nose and works differently than an antihistamine. FLONASE is a nasal spray that works by helping to control 6 of the key inflammatory substances (including histamine) your body produces that cause allergy symptoms. *

    *Mechanism vs. most OTC allergy pills. FLONASE® acts on multiple inflammatory substances (histamine, prostaglandins, cytokines, tryptases, chemokines and leukotrienes). The exact number and precise mechanism are unknown.

  • Should allergy sufferers discontinue use of antihistamines if they start using FLONASE® Allergy Relief?

    Please check with your healthcare professional if you should stop using an antihistamine, once FLONASE® Allergy Relief is started.

  • What is the medicinal ingredient in FLONASE® Allergy Relief?

    FLONASE® Allergy Relief contains fluticasone propionate.

  • How does FLONASE® work?

    Allergens that cause allergic rhinitis enter our bodies through our nose and trigger a response from our immune system. This results in the release of inflammatory substances that cause your allergic symptoms. FLONASE® Allergy Relief acts to control 6 of these inflammatory substances, including histamine, to treat your symptoms.