Triamcinolone Nasal Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 24, 2024.
Applies to the following strengths: 55 mcg/inh; 50 mcg/inh
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
Initial dose: 220 mcg (2 sprays) in each nostril once a day, until symptoms improve
Maintenance dose: 110 mcg (1 spray) in each nostril once a day
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
2 to under 6 years old: 110 mcg (1 spray) into each nostril once a day
6 to under 12 years old: 110 mcg (1 spray) in each nostril once a day
- If symptoms do not improve, may increase to 220 mcg (2 sprays) in each nostril once a day; reduce to one spray when symptoms improve.
12 years and older:
Initial dose: 220 mcg (2 sprays) in each nostril once a day, until symptoms improve
Maintenance dose: 110 mcg (1 spray) in each nostril once a day
Comments:
- Some products are not approved for pediatric use; the manufacturer product information should be consulted.
- Adults should supervise use in children.
- Do not use for more than 2 months a year as growth rate may be slowed.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available.
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available.
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients
- Use in children under 2 years of age
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years; this drug is contraindicated in these patients.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available.
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Shake well before each use.
- Do not use more than directed.
- If a dose is missed, do not double the next dose.
- Do not spray in eyes or mouth.
Patient advice:
- If allergy symptoms do not improve after a week, stop use and speak to a healthcare provider.
- Do not use for the common cold.
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