Nasonex
Nasonex is a corticosteroid nasal spray containing mometasone furoate. It works by reducing swelling and inflammation in the nasal passages to relieve allergy symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and a runny nose.
Dosage by Body Weight
Shake well before each use. For adults and adolescents (12 years and older), the typical dose is 2 sprays in each nostril once daily. For pediatric patients (2 to 11 years of age), the typical dose is 1 spray in each nostril once daily.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray in each nostril (50 mcg per spray)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Only indicated for children aged 2 years and older. Use under direct adult supervision and consult a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1 spray in each nostril (50 mcg per spray)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- For children aged 2 to 11 years. Shake well before use. Direct the spray away from the nasal septum.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and effectiveness have not been established in patients under 2 years of age. |
| 11-15 kg | 1 spray in each nostril (50 mcg per spray) | Once daily | Only indicated for children aged 2 years and older. Use under direct adult supervision and consult a pediatrician. |
| 16-20 kg | 1 spray in each nostril (50 mcg per spray) | Once daily | For children aged 2 to 11 years. Shake well before use. Direct the spray away from the nasal septum. |
Formulation
Nasal Spray
Purpose
Treatment of nasal symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, prophylaxis of seasonal allergic rhinitis, and treatment of nasal polyps.
Generic Name
Mometasone furoateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.