What is Avamys?
How does it work?
What are the benefits of taking it?
How do I use it and its dosage?
Always use this asthma medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Do not exceed the recommended dose. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
When to use Avamys
- Use once a day.
- Use it at the same time each day.
This medication will treat your symptoms throughout the day and at night.
How long does Avamys take to take effect?
Some people will not feel the full effects until several days after starting Avamys.
However, it is generally effective 8 to 24 hours after use.
How much to use
Adults and children from 12 years
The normal starting Avamys dosage is 2 sprays in each nostril once every day.
Once symptoms are controlled, the dose may be decreased to 1 spray in each nostril, once every day.
Children from 6 to 11 years old
The normal starting dose is 1 spray in each nostril once a day.
If symptoms are very severe your doctor may increase the dose to 2 sprays in each nostril once every day, until symptoms are under control. Thereafter, the dose may be reduced to 1 spray in each nostril once every day.
How to use the nasal spray
Avamys has little taste or smell. It sprays into the nose like a fine mist. Be careful not to spray the medication into your eyes. If this happens, wash your eyes with water.
Side effects & precautions
Like all medicines, this allergy treatment medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Allergic reactions: Get medical help immediately
Allergic reactions to Avamys are rare and affect less than 1 in 1,000 people. In a small number of people, allergic reactions can become more serious, even life-threatening if left untreated. Symptoms include:
- a lot of wheezing (wheezing), coughing, or breathing difficulties
- The sudden feeling of weakness or dizziness (leading to collapse or loss of consciousness)
- swelling on the face
- skin rash or redness.
In many cases, these symptoms will be signs of less serious side effects. But be aware that they can be potentially serious – so if you notice any of these symptoms:
Contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Very common side effects (may affect more than 1 in 10 people)
- Bleeding from the nose (usually minor), especially if you use Avamys for more than 6 weeks continuously.
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
- Nasal ulceration – which can cause irritation or discomfort in your nose. Traces of blood may appear when you blow your nose.
- Headache
- Shortness of breath.
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
- Pain, burning, irritation, painful nasal sensation, or dryness inside the nose.
Very rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)
- Small holes (perforations) in the nasal septum that separates the nostrils.
Frequency not known (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data)
- Slow growth in children.
- Blurred vision or temporary changes in vision with prolonged use
- Tightness in the chest causing difficulty breathing.
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