Nasacort
Nasacort is an over-the-counter corticosteroid nasal spray designed to reduce inflammation in the nasal passages, providing 24-hour relief from multi-symptom nasal allergies.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 2 sprays in each nostril once daily (220 mcg/day). Once symptoms are controlled, efficacy can be maintained with 1 spray in each nostril daily. Children 2 to 11 years of age: 1 spray in each nostril once daily (110 mcg/day). Not recommended for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray per nostril
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Applicable only if the child is 2 years of age or older. Deliver 1 spray in each nostril (total 110 mcg daily).
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray per nostril
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Standard pediatric dose for children aged 2 to 11 years. Deliver 1 spray in each nostril (total 110 mcg daily).
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 8-10 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 11-15 kg | 1 spray per nostril | Once daily | Applicable only if the child is 2 years of age or older. Deliver 1 spray in each nostril (total 110 mcg daily). |
| 16-20 kg | 1 spray per nostril | Once daily | Standard pediatric dose for children aged 2 to 11 years. Deliver 1 spray in each nostril (total 110 mcg daily). |
Formulation
Purpose
Relief of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms, including sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and nasal congestion.
Generic Name
Triamcinolone acetonideScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.