Benacort 64 Micrograms Nasal Spray

What’s it for?

Prevention and treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis (hayfever).

How to Use

• 18 years and over: 2 sprays into each nostril each morning.
• Once symptoms are under control, a maintenance dose of 1 spray into each nostril each morning may be used.
• If symptoms recur patients should revert to the starting dose. Treatment of seasonal rhinitis should start, if possible, before exposure to the allergens.
• Under 18 years not to be used.

Warnings & Cautions

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If any of the following happen to you, stop using Benacort® Hayfever Relief and get medical advice straight away: ¦ Sudden signs of an allergic reaction such as: ¦ rash, itching, hives or redness of the skin ¦ swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or other parts of the body ¦ shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty in swallowing or breathing ¦ feeling faint. Other effects which may occur include: Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) ¦ nasal irritation (sneezing, dry nose, or stinging in your nose). These can happen straight after using this nasal spray ¦ nose bleeds. Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people) ¦ muscle cramps. Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) ¦ hole in the wall between the nostrils (the nasal septum) ¦ nasal ulcers ¦ change in voice ¦ bruising ¦ blurred vision. Other effects which may occur but it is unknown how often: ¦ glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye) ¦ cataract.

Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme, at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine

Ingredients:

• Nasal spray containing per actuation: Budesonide 64µg

Please always read the box and accompanying leaflet before use.