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Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops is a steroid. It provides relief from redness, itchiness and soreness in the eyes, nose and throat due to infection or allergy. It works by stopping the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
You should always use Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops as advised by your doctor. To get the full benefit of the medicine you should take it regularly. Normally, you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nasal irritation and sneezing. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Let your doctor know if they persist or worsen. You should try to avoid situations which make your symptoms worse (things like pollen and dust mites) and it is best not to smoke.
Before using this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
You should always use Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops as advised by your doctor. To get the full benefit of the medicine you should take it regularly. Normally, you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose. Then repeat for the other nostril.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nasal irritation and sneezing. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Let your doctor know if they persist or worsen. You should try to avoid situations which make your symptoms worse (things like pollen and dust mites) and it is best not to smoke.
Before using this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is important to discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Uses of Inflote Nasal Drops
- Nasal allergy symptoms
Benefits of Inflote Nasal Drops
In Nasal allergy symptoms
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing and itchy or watery eyes and throat. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Inflote Nasal Drops
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Inflote
- Nasal irritation
- Sneezing
How to use Inflote Nasal Drops
Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Tilt your head as far back as possible and hold the dropper close to the nose without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine in the nose. Bend your head forward for a few minutes.
How Inflote Nasal Drops works
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops is a steroid. It gets absorbed into the cells of the inner surface of the nose and works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) and allergies. This relieves blocked or runny nose, sneezing and sinus discomfort.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
To reduce the amount of Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Inflote Nasal Drops?
If you miss a dose of Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n \n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It's most effective to start using it a few days before an expected contact with the allergen.
- The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Glucocorticoids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Inflote with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops effective?
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How does Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops work?
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces the inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.
Q. For how long should I take Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops?
It is recommended that you take Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops for the duration advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. What is thrush? Can Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops cause thrush?
Thrush is a fungal infection of the nose and throat which is caused by candida. Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops can cause thrush as a common side effect. To avoid getting fungal infections, you should thoroughly rinse your mouth after using a nasal spray. If you experience any redness or white colored patches in your nose or mouth, inform your doctor.
Q. Is Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops safe?
Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Can I take Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops for a runny nose and sneezing due to the common cold?
No, you should not take Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops for symptoms of common cold. Symptoms of common cold can be due to viral infection and this medicine does not cure such infections. Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops should only be used for the treatment of allergic conditions (rhinitis). Consult your doctor before using Inflote 0.5% Nasal Drops for any other condition.
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