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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is used to treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis. It contains Fluticasone furoate which works by blocking certain chemical messengers that cause allergy. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nasal ulceration, headache, shortness of breath, soreness, or dryness inside the nose. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Magbro Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

NASAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is used to treat allergic rhinitis symptoms (inflammation of the nose's inner mucous membrane), such as sneezing, runny nose, and sinus discomfort in adults and children above six years. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is a glucocorticoid that helps treat nasal allergy symptoms. It works by blocking certain chemical messengers present in the brain, causing pain, inflammation (swelling), and allergies. As a result, the Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies. Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may lower your ability to fight infections, so stay away from people who have any infectious and contagious diseases like measles, tuberculosis, and chickenpox. If you have been around someone who has one of these conditions, please be very cautious, as these diseases are highly contagious, and you might catch these infections Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD makes you more prone to infections.

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD should be used in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The most common side effects are nasal ulceration, headache, shortness of breath, soreness, or dryness inside the nose. If these effects appear and are bothersome, call your doctor. Try to stay away from dust as it might worsen your symptoms, and also avoid smoking. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had nose surgery, injury, or nose sores.

Do not use Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD if you are allergic to glucocorticoids or Fluticasone furoate. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. Before using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD, please tell your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma (an eye disease), cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye), herpes infection of the eye (sore on the eyelid or eye surface), asthma (sudden episodes of shortness of breath, and trouble breathing). Also, tell your doctor if you have (TB, a type of lung infection), chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis. Do not use Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD in children below six years old.

Uses of Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD

Treatment of Nasal allergic symptoms (allergic rhinitis).

Medicinal Benefits

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is a glucocorticoid that helps to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD works by blocking certain chemical messenger's production that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. As a result, the Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies.

Directions for Use

Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray towards the sides of the nostril. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for another nostril.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD

  • Nosebleeds
  • Nasal ulceration
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had nose surgery, injury, or nose sores. Before using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD, please inform your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma (an eye disease), cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye), herpes infection of the eye (an infection that causes a sore on the eyelid or eye surface), asthma (sudden episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, and trouble breathing). Also, tell your doctor if you have (TB, a type of lung infection), chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis. If you have been around someone who has one of these conditions, as these diseases are highly contagious, and Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD makes you more prone to infections. As a precautionary measure, please stay away from dust to help relieve your symptoms more quickly. Before using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD, inform your doctor if you have ever had diabetes or a weak immune system. After using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD, speak to your doctor immediately if you notice serious side effects such as facial pain, painful swallowing, eye pain, white patches in the nose/back of your throat, or persistent sore throat. Do not use Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD at the same time as other nasal sprays containing steroid medication.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may interact with antifungal medicines (ketoconazole), HIV medications (cobicistat, nelfinavir, ritonavir),  and asthma medications.

Drug-Food Interactions: Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD interacts with non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had glaucoma (an eye disease), or cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye). Also, tell your doctor if you have chickenpox, measles or tuberculosis (TB, a type of lung infection) or if you have been around someone with one of these conditions.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • COBICISTAT
  • NELFINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR

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No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.

  • Please avoid contact with dust as it might worsen your symptoms.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.

  • Also, please avoid contact with pollen present in the air, as it might worsen your symptoms.

  • Contact with any person who has chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis should be avoided as it might cause you the same infection as Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD makes your body prone to infections.

Special Advise

  • Do not stop using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD suddenly without talking to your doctor first, as it may worsen your symptoms.

  • Be careful not to get Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD into your eyes or mouth.

  • Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may lower your ability to fight infections, so stay from people who have any infectious and contagious diseases like measles, tuberculosis, chickenpox, etc.

  • Though it is unlikely, this medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. See the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergy: It is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interaction is found. But as a precautionary measure, limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD should only be used during pregnancy if the mother's expected benefits outweigh the possible risks to the unborn child.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is secreted in breast milk. A Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD should only be used during breastfeeding if the mother's expected benefit outweighs the child's possible risk.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD does not affect your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD should be used with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required based on your condition.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

It is generally safe to be used if you have kidney problems. However, before using Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD, consult your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is not recommended for children below the age of six years. Proper dose monitoring is required in children above the age of six years by a child specialist.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

218, Om Shanti Complex, Industrial Area - A, Ludhiana -141003, Punjab India
Other Info - FLU0745

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FAQs

Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is used to treat allergic rhinitis symptoms (inflammation of the nose's inner mucous membrane), such as sneezing, runny nose, and sinus discomfort.
Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD works by blocking certain chemical messengers' production that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. As a result, the Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies.
Studies have shown that using inhaled glucocorticoids for the long term in children like Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD can reduce linear growth. Prolonged exposure to Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may lead to bone thinning. Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD might obstruct calcium absorption and inhibit bone cell growth. Your doctor will monitor your child's growth during the treatment with Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD. Inform your doctor if you observe any abnormality in your child's growth.
Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may make your blood glucose levels high. Hence treatment with Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so the dose can be adjusted accordingly.
Use the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Flutimag Nasal Spray 120MD may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. These side effects are not common for all. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

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