Asmanex Twisthaler Side Effects
Generic name: mometasone
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 7, 2022.
Note: This document contains side effect information about mometasone. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Asmanex Twisthaler.
For the Consumer
Applies to mometasone: implantation implant
Other dosage forms:
Side effects requiring immediate medical attention
Along with its needed effects, mometasone (the active ingredient contained in Asmanex Twisthaler) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking mometasone:
More common
- Chills
- cough producing mucus
- earache
- ear congestion
- feeling faint
- fever
- headache
- lightheadedness
- loss of voice
- nasal congestion
- noisy breathing
- nosebleeds
- pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
- redness or swelling in the ear
- runny nose
- sneezing
- sore throat
- stuffy or runny nose
- tightness in the chest
- troubled breathing
Less common
- Blurred vision
- body aches or pain
- fast heartbeat
- hives, itching, skin rash
- hoarseness
- irritation
- joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
- muscle weakness
- redness of the skin
- swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
- troubled swallowing
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
- Burning, redness, swelling, or irritation around or inside your nose
- darkening of the skin
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- eye pain
- loss of appetite
- mental depression
- nausea or vomiting
- sores or white patches inside the nose or mouth
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to mometasone: inhalation aerosol, inhalation aerosol powder
Gastrointestinal
In clinical trials, gastroenteritis and vomiting occurred with an incidence of at least 1% but less than 3%.[Ref]
Very common (10% or more): Oral candidiasis
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dry mouth and throat, dyspepsia[Ref]
Nervous system
Very common (10% or more): Headache[Ref]
Respiratory
Very common (10% or more): Nasopharyngitis, allergic rhinitis, upper respiratory infection
Common (1% to 10%): Sinusitis, bronchitis, pharyngitis, dysphonia, epistaxis, nasal irritation, respiratory disorder
Postmarketing reports: Asthma aggravation, which may include cough, dyspnea, wheezing and bronchospasm[Ref]
Genitourinary
Common (1% to 10%): Dysmenorrhea, urinary tract infection (in pediatrics)[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Common (1% to 10%): Musculoskeletal pain, back pain, myalgia[Ref]
Other
In clinical trials, fatigue, flu-like symptoms, pain, earache, and infection occurred with an incidence of at least 1% but less than 3%.[Ref]
Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue, flu-like symptoms, pain, earache, infection, fever and bruise (in pediatrics)[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Palpitations[Ref]
Metabolic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Weight increase[Ref]
Ocular
Rare (less than 0.1%): Glaucoma, cataracts
Postmarketing reports: Vision blurred[Ref]
Psychiatric
Frequency not reported: Psychomotor hyperactivity, sleep disorders, anxiety, depression or aggression[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Postmarketing reports: Immediate and delayed hypersensitivity reactions including rash, pruritus, angioedema and anaphylactic reaction[Ref]
Frequently asked questions
More about Asmanex Twisthaler (mometasone)
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- Pricing & coupons
- Drug class: inhaled corticosteroids
- FDA approval history
Patient resources
- Drug Information
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- Other brands
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Professional resources
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References
1. "Product Information. Asmanex Twisthaler (mometasone)." Schering-Plough Corporation (2005):
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
3. "Product Information. Asmanex HFA (mometasone)." Merck & Company Inc (2014):
4. US Food and Drug Administration "Drug Safety Label Changes (SLC): Asmanex HFA. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/safetylabelingchanges/index.cfm?utm_campaign=SLC%203%2F30&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua&event=searchdetail.page&DrugNameID=329&elq" (2018):
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.