Cicloson Nasal Spray50mcg/Spray
Nasal Spray
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | SAFE Consuming alcohol with Cicloson Nasal Spray does not cause any harmful side effects. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cicloson Nasal Spray may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on t... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cicloson Nasal Spray is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to ... View More |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Cicloson Nasal Spray is used to prevent the symptoms of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath). It is a corticosteroid and is known as a "preventer".... View More
Uses of Cicloson Nasal Spray
- Asthma
Side effects of Cicloson Nasal Spray
- Hoarseness of voice
- Sore throat
- Oral infections
How to use Cicloson Nasal Spray
Rotacaps must not be swallowed. Check the label for directions before use. Place the capsule at the base of rotahaler, not in the mouthpiece. Twist the ... View More
How Cicloson Nasal Spray works
Cicloson Nasal Spray is a steroid. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing chemical messengers that cause inflammation ... View More
- Cicloson Nasal Spray ‘dampens down’ inflammation in the lungs to provide long-term (maintenance) treatment of asthma and prevent disease progression.
- Cicloson Nasal Spray will not work for an ongoing asthma attack. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
- Learn the correct technique of using metered dose inhalers (MDI) and dry powder inhalers (DPI) to ensure that the right amount of medication reaches you... View More
- Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
- Take it at the same time every day to prevent asthma attacks.
- Do not open and close the cover unnecessarily as you will lose the medicine.
- Never breathe out into the mouthpiece.
- Only minuscule amounts of Cicloson Nasal Spray may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects such or weight gain a... View More
Indication
Asthma, seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis
Administration
Gently shake and prime nasal spray by actuating 3 times before using for the first time or when not in use for 4 consecutive days
Adult Dose
Inhalation Asthma Adult: Usual dose 160 mcg once daily, preferably in the evening from a metered-dose inhaler; reduced to 80 mcg once daily for mainte... View More
Child Dose
Inhalation Asthma Child: >12 yr: Usual dose 160 mcg once daily, preferably in the evening from a metered-dose inhaler; reduced to 80 mcg once daily fo... View More
Contraindication
Not for status asthmaticus or severe acute asthma where intensive measures are needed. Ciclesonide nasal spray is contraindicated in patients with a hyp... View More
Mode of Action
Ciclesonide, an inhaled corticosteriod, is converted by esterases in the lungs to the active metabolite, desisobutyryl-ciclesonide, which has anti-infla... View More
Precaution
Active or quiescent pulmonary TB, fungal, viral or bacterial infections, unless adequately treated. Severe hepatic impairment. Monitor height of childre... View More
Side Effect
Inhalation >10% Headache (11%),Nasopharyngitis (11%) 1-10% Epistaxis (4.9%),Ear pain (2.2%),Facial edema (3%),Urticaria (3%),Oral candidiasis (3%)... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Not known if excreted in breast milk, use caution
Interaction
Increased ciclesonide concentrations with concomitant ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir, nelfinavir or other potent CYP3A4 inhibitors.
The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not... View More