ciclesonide nasal

What is the most important information I should know about ciclesonide?

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What is ciclesonide?

Ciclesonide is a man-made steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Ciclesonide nasal (for the nose) is used to treat nasal symptoms (congestion, sneezing, runny nose) caused by seasonal allergies in adults and children as young as 6 years old. Ciclesonide nasal is also used to treat nasal symptoms caused by year-round allergies in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

Ciclesonide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using ciclesonide?

To make sure ciclesonide nasal is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• asthma, tuberculosis, or other lung problems;
• any type of infection caused by bacteria, virus, fungus, or parasites;
• glaucoma, cataracts, or herpes infection of the eyes;
• a sore inside your nose that has not yet healed;
• a recent nose injury or surgery; or
• if you have recently used any other steroid medicine (methylprednisolone, prednisone, beclomethasone, fluticasone, dexamethasone, and others).

Steroid medicine can affect growth in children. Tell your doctor if your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medicine.

How should I use ciclesonide nasal?

Use exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

If you switched to ciclesonide from another steroid medicine, do not stop using the other steroid suddenly or you may have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Talk with your doctor about tapering your steroid dose before stopping completely.

Ciclesonide nasal is usually used once per day. The usual dose of Omnaris is 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. The usual dose of Zetonna is 1 spray in each nostril once daily. Carefully follow your doctor's dosing instructions.

Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

To use the nasal spray:

• Blow your nose gently. Keep your head upright and insert the tip of bottle into one nostril. Press your other nostril closed with your finger. Breathe in quickly and gently spray the medicine into your nose. Then use the spray in your other nostril.
• Do not blow your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nasal spray.
• Do not use the nasal spray more than once in a 24-hour period.
• If the spray gets in your eyes or mouth or on your skin, rinse with water.

If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent eye exams.

Keep the Zetonna canister away from open flame or high heat, such as in a car on a hot day. The canister may explode if it gets too hot. Do not puncture or burn an empty canister.

Throw away the Omnaris nasal spray after you have used 120 sprays or 4 months after removing the bottle from the foil pouch, even if there is still medicine left in the bottle.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

What should I avoid while using ciclesonide nasal?

Steroid medicine can weaken your immune system. Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Call your doctor for preventive treatment if you are exposed to chicken pox or measles. These conditions can be serious or even fatal in people who are using ciclesonide nasal.

What are the possible side effects of ciclesonide nasal?

• weight gain (especially in your face or your upper back and torso);
• slow wound healing, thinning skin, increased body hair;
• irregular menstrual periods, changes in sexual function; or
• muscle weakness, tired feeling, depression, anxiety, feeling irritable.

• runny or bloody nose, crusting inside the nose, whistling sound when you breathe;
• sores or white patches in or around your nostrils;
• fever, chills, body aches, nausea, vomiting;
• blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, seeing halos around lights; or
• signs of a hormonal disorder --worsening tiredness or weakness, feeling light-headed, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and weight loss.

Common side effects may include:

• headache, dizziness;
• nosebleed, nasal irritation;
• stuffy nose, sore throat; or
• ear pain.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect ciclesonide nasal?

Other drugs may interact with ciclesonide nasal, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist can provide more information about ciclesonide nasal.