Nasacort Allergy 24hr
Nasacort Allergy 24hr is an over-the-counter glucocorticoid corticosteroid nasal spray. It works by reducing inflammation in the nasal passages to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, congestion, and a runny nose.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults and children 12 years and older: 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. Once symptoms improve, reduce to 1 spray per nostril daily. Children 2 to 11 years: 1 spray in each nostril once daily. Children under 2: Do not use.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray per nostril (if aged 2+)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only use for children aged 2 years and older. Talk to a doctor before use.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray per nostril
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Appropriate for children aged 2 to 11. Supervise administration to ensure correct dosage.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy not established for children under 2 years of age. |
| 11-15 kg | 1 spray per nostril (if aged 2+) | Once daily | Only use for children aged 2 years and older. Talk to a doctor before use. |
| 16-20 kg | 1 spray per nostril | Once daily | Appropriate for children aged 2 to 11. Supervise administration to ensure correct dosage. |
Formulation
Nasal Spray
Purpose
Temporary relief of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergy symptoms, including nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and itchy nose.
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.