Fluticasone nasal for Allergic Rhinitis User Reviews (Page 2)

• AJ ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 7, 2021

Fluticasone nasal "Yes, it does cause anxiety. Like the many users, even I took 3 months to find out that this is what caused me to go to mental health and have me all the issues: anxiety, insomnia, increased BP at night after I took it. When I went to the doctor, my BP showed normal in the morning, and my doctor thought I was losing my mind - till one day last week I figured it was Flonase."

• Anonymous
• January 29, 2017

Fluticasone nasal "This has changed my life. I had really bad allergies and would get sinus infections at least once every 2 months and every time I was on a plane. I discovered Flonase while on a trip and was at the end of my rope, having antibiotics constantly, and I tried the Flonase as a last resort for some relief. It wasn't instant, but the change was amazing. Since taking Flonase, I haven't had an infection since and have traveled extensively without any issue. I have recommended it to a friend who has horrible allergies, and it has helped her almost completely ease her symptoms and even stopped her snoring. Might not be for everyone, but with regular use, it has worked wonders for me."

• Gue...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 1, 2018

Fluticasone nasal "Do not buy this! Like other nose sprays, this does nothing to help your allergies. Unlike pills that actually work and cure all your allergy symptoms, Flonase does nothing but burn your nose and leave you with a very harsh aftertaste. Their ads are very misleading, and Flonase needs to be taken off the market for good."

• pal...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 14, 2023

Fluticasone nasal "To say Flonase is dangerous is an understatement. I developed trigeminal neuralgia from using it. If you Google for a long time and look very carefully, you will find an FDA study showing they know this is a possible side effect! No one should use this. GSK should discontinue making this. I can't express how negatively this drug has affected my life and how much pain it is still causing me. Please beware of using this."

• Che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2016

Fluticasone nasal "Every time I use Flonase, it enhances my symptoms to a greater and almost debilitating level. My eyes become red, inflamed, and watery. My nose runs more. My throat becomes red and sore. I am not sure if I am allergic to an ingredient in the spray or not, but it does not provide any relief. Only makes the ones I have multiply."

• Sar...
• April 5, 2017

Fluticasone nasal "I took it for a little over a week. I thought it may need a week for it to set in. It didn't stop my allergies at all, in fact, it worsened shortly after use. I had light nausea and heavy migraines shortly after taking it every day. I stopped taking it because it was ineffective and due to the side effects. I've had allergies for almost a year. I'm going to try something else (Alavert). Claritin, Allegra, Flonase, Equate, Zyrtec, Benadryl, and Nasonex have all failed me so far."

• lat...
• October 27, 2015

Fluticasone nasal "I am a 68-year-old woman, and I used this medication for almost 2 weeks. I will never take this medication again. It relieved my seasonal allergies great (runny/stuffy nose and extremely watery eyes), but the side effects were not pleasant and absolutely not worth going through. I experienced very bad muscular back pain close to my spine, had muscle aches that were all over the place, my hair and body became very, very oily, and I had itching on my torso, face, and back of head but no rash. The back pain was next to unbearable. All the symptoms have pretty much subsided after 4 days off of it. Never again for me."

• Jef...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 23, 2016

Fluticasone nasal "Since childhood, I've had intense seasonal allergies. They get so bad that my throat itches terribly, my nose runs profusely, then it clogs up completely. Worst of all is how bad my eyes get red and tear up and itch and hurt all the time. It's a nightmare allergy-wise living in South Texas because of the cedar pollen. I did some research and saw that Flonase is a type of cortical steroid, so I bought some. Kenalog 40 shots have always been my savior, but since I lost my insurance, I'm stuck with OTC. Tried Flonase as per the instructions. Within days, every allergy symptom but my itchy red and runny eyes went away. I waited two weeks, but no relief for my eyes. After doubling the dosage, my eyes cleared up, and now I'm allergy-free. Flonase rocks!"

• bri...
• August 14, 2011

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase has greatly improved my life! My nasal allergies were terrible, even with taking an Allegra every day. I had to carry Kleenex with me everywhere. Mornings were the worst - I would sit with my coffee in one hand and a tissue in the other. It was miserable. After becoming tired of feeling awful every day, I paid a visit to the allergist, who prescribed Flonase. Within a week, I was feeling 100% better. No more itchy, runny nose. No more post-nasal drip. I used to get a constant tickle in my throat, which I never believed was caused by post-nasal drip, but evidently it was, because that is also gone! I love this."

• Pot...
• March 21, 2017

Fluticasone nasal "I have experienced outdoor/seasonal allergies all my life in fluctuating intensities. Sometimes I can go without meds, and then suddenly I'm so sneezy, itchy, watery, runny, and congested that I can hardly function. It's like a never-ending flu! So, I bought Flonase, fully aware that the relief wouldn't be instant. It took a day or two (literally), and I immediately had absolutely no congestion. I admit that I still sneeze and get a slight runny nose now and then, but it was bearable compared to a Flonase-less reaction to pollen. The main con that I have a problem with is that I've been using Flonase for over a month, and I have experienced absolutely no relief for my dry, itchy (sometimes watery) eyes! Pros: my other symptoms are gone."

• Pla...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2016

Fluticasone nasal "As a lifelong seasonal allergy sufferer, I search for something that won't put me to sleep, won't cause side effects with other medications I can afford. For most of my life, I've taken plain old Sudafed with an aspirin from mid-February, when the early bulbs start to bloom, until after Thanksgiving, when pollen finally is gone. Last year, my daughter, who has similar symptoms, tried Flonase with great success. For me, the 'Hottest Year Ever-2015' was also my worst ever year with allergies, I have all the symptoms from watery eyes, runny nose, coughing, sneezing, etc., etc., etc. I've been using it for 4 days, starting with 2 times a day, then once a day, and my symptoms seem to be going away!"

• Nel...
• February 8, 2021

Fluticasone nasal "I suffered from a stuffy nose, headaches, and ears aching for 3-4 years. Numerous sinus infections, antibiotics, and visits to the doctor and ENT. Nasocort didn't do much, Flonase works! I was hesitant at first as I don't like taking meds-side effects, allergic reactions, etc. My experience has been great, it's worth trying if you have tried other things. It's safe and effective. Side note: 2 years ago, we installed a humidifier in our furnace system to keep moisture levels up. GAME changer! No sinus infections since. Best of luck. Be safe and give it a try."

• Edd...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 28, 2015

Fluticasone nasal "I have been using it for about 2 weeks now and can finally breathe through my nose again. I have not been able to breathe properly on one side for several months. Within 2-3 days, I was breathing clearly again. Great medicine!! No side effects at all."

• blu...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• November 18, 2020

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase is possibly okay for intermittent use if your nose is completely clogged. I do NOT recommend this for daily use, as ENT's and Dr.'s suggest. The more I used this, the more migraines and daily headaches I got. I started feeling better not using Flonase and told a Dr. this, and he told me to keep using it. So I started using it again, and back came the debilitating migraines. Horrible ones for which nothing worked and for which I had to miss work. Will never go back to this. Nasal rinse only. Giving it 3 stars for the occasional use only."

• owl...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 31, 2021

Fluticasone nasal "This was taken daily, caused increased appetite, cravings, and rapid weight gain. Gained 70 lbs in 2 years, all can be contributed to months where taking this was a constant daily with Allegra. Once both were discontinued, weight gain stopped, and was able to lose weight. When both continued (as per Dr.), weight gain began again despite dieting, exercise plus having an active job and am not sedentary. Both corticosteroid nasal sprays and antihistamines have been studied separately and shown to cause weight gain, yet neither drug lists it as a side effect. If obesity runs in your family, STAY AWAY! Additionally, it did NOT help my allergy to mold. I still have chronic post-nasal drip and congestion. I still got severe hay fever 6x last year despite taking these drugs nearly daily."

• cat...
• August 12, 2008

Fluticasone nasal "Have used many allergy pills, but nothing works like Flonase. The only problem is when switching to generic, it stopped working for me. I thought I was immune after 2 years, but it was the 'generic' that failed me. I've gone back to regular Flonase."

• Hap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2018

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase has changed my life. I developed a sinus infection a week before my cruise to the Bahamas and knew I couldn’t go like that. My sinus infections typically last 5-7 days. I would take Benadryl, Zyrtec, Sinex, Mucinex, and use Vick’s Vapor Rub. I also used the Vick’s Vapor Rub steam inhaler. It would only give me temporary relief! I would never try nasal sprays. I didn’t want to put anything in my nose. I finally tried Flonase and Hallelujah!!!! It wasn’t immediate, but it worked. I tried it at 11:30 p.m. and at 6 a.m. I all of a sudden started breathing normally and have not had any issues or side effects! It was such a major breakthrough for me! It is definitely going with me on my cruise!"

• gdu...
• April 12, 2020

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase seems to dry out my nose but causes throat and voice irritation. Dr. advised to just give one shot in each nostril once a day but aim the spray to the outside wall of the nose. After a couple of days, it seems to be helping but still have some throat itch. I wonder how many days it will take for the vocal cords to settle down?"

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2022

Fluticasone nasal "I started Flonase a few weeks ago. The first few days, I was impressed with the immediate relief I felt, but any noticeable positive effects wore off quickly, and I used it intermittently without being able to feel a difference between 4 days in a row and 4 days off. It took me a little while to realize the correlation between Flonase and my sudden onset of adult night terrors. I'd wake up in the middle of the night with my heart racing faster than if I had sprinted up a mountain. The first time, I thought I was maybe having a heart attack. Episodes would happen whether I took it at 11 pm or 4 pm earlier that day. I also began having palpitations and chest tightness during the day after the nights I took it, which in retrospect are likely related. I'm only 30 and not overweight, and these effects started 1-2 days into taking Flonase. I can't imagine the cardiac effects it is having on people who take it for years!"

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 7, 2021

Fluticasone nasal "I was advised to use Flonase by my ENT. I have been feeling agitated, unusually aggressive, and angry for three days. I have been using Flonase for three days. Use caution if you are sensitive to medications. This is dangerous!!!"

• Len...
• March 13, 2015

Fluticasone nasal "I suffer from year-round allergies to at least a half dozen allergens. My doctor has had me on Claritin and Nasonex. While they didn't completely alleviate my symptoms, he had no other suggestions. When I ran out of Nasonex, I decided to forego the hassle of stopping by my doctor's office to pick up a prescription and instead got Flonase from a nearby Walgreen's. This stuff is the best! It alleviated all of my symptoms (constant runny nose, itchy and watery eyes, nasal congestion). So much so that I can breathe through my nose at night without my usual Breathe Right strip. Thank you, GSK!"

• Rus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2020

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase has been amazing for me. I began using it to stop my 17-year addiction to Afrin. It wasn't easy at first; I almost gave up. But, after about three weeks, I noticed I didn't need to use the Afrin as much. I used the Flonase exactly as directed, and I think this made a difference. My advice is to give it time! I used both Afrin and Flonase the first few weeks. I tried to really cut back on the Afrin and only use it if I had to (still led me to using 4 times per day). One day, I woke up breathing just fine and didn't reach for the Afrin; I only used the Flonase. For the rest of the day, I didn't use Afrin! It's been 30 full days Afrin-free! I never thought I could kick it. Be patient, use it as directed, and keep using it! I can breathe better, wake up non-stuffy, can smell perfumes, have less sneezing, less headaches, and best of all, I don't have to tote around a bottle of Afrin everywhere I go! I use the Costco brand, and it worked like a charm and is very affordable."

• Ama...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 6, 2015

Fluticasone nasal "Flonase works so well! I've been on it for about a week now, and I'm noticing fast improvements. Around the 4th day, my sinus headaches were slim to none, my watery right eye stopped, and I didn't sneeze 10 times a day. No side effects. I am still a little stuffed up... but that's what sinus tea is for! Thank you, Flonase!"

• Anonymous
• October 24, 2011

Fluticasone nasal "Works wonderfully. Takes a few days to kick in and leaves an unpleasant feeling in the throat, though. The latter can easily be dealt with by using it just before eating. Surprised to see this is a prescription medicine, though. It's over the counter in my home country and in other countries I've visited. Same goes for many similar nasal sprays."

• She...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 5, 2019

"Do not use this awful stuff that causes headaches, eye pain, back pain, anxiety, racing heart, nosebleeds, foggy brain, and feeling generally unwell. I've tried to stop taking these 4 times over a period of 2 years, and each time felt better, but congestion came back. So I am now using a seawater spray, all natural, and feeling so much better."