Rev. April 2004c
NASACORT® HFA
[na’ za-cort]
(triamcinolone acetonide)
Nasal Aerosol
PATIENT'S INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Using your
NASACORT® HFA
(triamcinolone acetonide)
Nasal Aerosol
IMPORTANT:
Please read these instructions carefully before using your
Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol.
Before each use of Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol, gently blow your nose, making sure your nostrils are clear. Then follow these steps:
Step 1
The Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol device (canister and actuator
assembly) is supplied with a protective cap in a pouch. Tear open the
pouch and discard it before using the Nasacort HFA Nasal Aerosol device.
Remove the white protective cap from the device prior to use. The canister
and actuator are designed to be used together. Do not remove the canister
from the actuator during regular use of the product.
Figure 1: Nasacort HFA Nasal Aerosol device with protective cap
Step 2
Shake the device well.
Step 3
The device must be primed prior to the first use. To prime, hold
the device between your thumb and forefinger and press down on the canister
to release one spray. Repeat this until you have released a total of 3
sprays. Now your device is primed and ready for use.
Re-priming of the device is only necessary when it has not been used for more than 3 days. To re-prime the device, shake it and release 3 sprays (as described in Step 3 above). Now the device is re-primed. There is no need to re-prime the device between more frequent uses.
Step 4
To use, hold the device between your thumb and forefinger.
Step 5
Tilt your head back slightly and insert the end of the actuator into one
nostril, pointing it slightly toward the outside nostril wall away from
the nasal septum, while holding your other nostril closed with one finger.
Avoid spraying in eyes.
Step 6
Press down on the canister to release one spray and, at the same time,
inhale gently through the nostril.
Step 7
Hold your breath for a few seconds, then breathe out slowly through your
mouth.
Step 8
Withdraw the device from your nostril.
Step 9
Repeat the process in your other nostril.
| NOTE: | When the physician prescribes more than one spray per nostril, for each spray repeat steps 5 through 9. |
Step 10
Replace the white protective inhaler cap on the device.
| NOTE: | AVOID BLOWING YOUR NOSE FOR THE NEXT 15 MINUTES. |
DOSAGE: Use only as directed by your physician.
The actuator of your Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol should
be cleaned weekly. Remove the white protective cap from the device. Remove
the canister from the actuator. Clean the actuator thoroughly in
lukewarm water. The use of soap, detergent, or disinfectant is not necessary.
Allow the actuator to dry completely. To replace the canister,
gently center and insert the canister with the plastic stem downward into
the small hole at the bottom of the actuator. Replace the white protective
cap. The correct amount of medication delivered per actuation cannot be
assured after 100 actuations have been dispensed (see dose check-off chart
below). The Nasacort HFA Nasal Aerosol device should be discarded after
100 actuations. The canister and actuator (the device) are designed to
be used together. Never use this canister or actuator with those from
any other product.
NOTE: Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol is not intended to give immediate relief of your nasal symptoms. Your particular symptoms may require regular use of this drug for a few days or more before improvement. Therefore, it is important that you use the Nasacort® HFA Nasal Aerosol regularly as recommended by your physician.
CAUTION: Contents under pressure. Do not puncture. Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Exposure to temperatures above 120°F may cause bursting. Never throw canister into fire or incinerator.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at Controlled Room Temperature 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F) [see USP].
Rx Only.
Rev. April 2004c
Manufactured for:
Aventis Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Manufactured by:
Aventis Pharma Ltd.
Holmes Chapel, Cheshire CW4 8BE
United Kingdom
How to check contents of your Nasacort®
HFA Nasal Aerosol
Shaking your canister will NOT give you a good estimate of how much is
left. We have included a convenient check-off chart to assist you in keeping
track of medication sprays used. This will help assure that you receive
the 100 “Full Sprays” of medication present.
Nasacort® HFA 100 Spray Check-Off
– Retain with medication or affix to convenient
location.
– Starting with spray #1, check off after each use.
– DISCARD MEDICATION AFTER 100 SPRAYS.
Your physician has determined that this product is likely to help your personal health. USE THIS PRODUCT AS DIRECTED, UNLESS INSTRUCTED TO DO OTHERWISE BY YOUR PHYSICIAN. If you have any questions about alternatives, consult with your physician.