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Ticanase Side Effects

Generic name: fluticasone nasal

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 14, 2023.

Note: This document contains side effect information about fluticasone nasal. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Ticanase.

Applies to fluticasone nasal: nasal spray.

Serious side effects of Ticanase

Along with its needed effects, fluticasone nasal (the active ingredient contained in Ticanase) 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 fluticasone nasal:

More common

  • Bloody nose
  • chest tightness
  • cough
  • fever
  • headache
  • muscle aches
  • pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
  • sore throat
  • stuffy or runny nose
  • trouble breathing
  • unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  • Blurred vision
  • change in vision
  • loss of vision

Incidence not known

  • Difficulty with swallowing
  • dizziness
  • fast heartbeat
  • large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
  • puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  • redness of the skin
  • skin rash, itching, hives or welts

Other side effects of Ticanase

Some side effects of fluticasone nasal may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

  • Back pain
  • dizziness
  • pain in the mouth and nose
  • stomach discomfort
  • toothache
  • weight increased

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to fluticasone nasal: nasal spray.

Endocrine

Frequency not reported: Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis effects (including growth reduction)[Ref]

Nervous system

Common (1% to 10%): Headache, unpleasant taste, unpleasant smell[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Common (1% to 10%): Toothache, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal distension, vomiting, gastrointestinal gaseous symptoms

Frequency not reported: Gum signs and symptoms[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Very rare (less than 0.01%): Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis, angioedema, rash, urticaria, bronchospasm)[Ref]

Ocular

Common (1% to 10%): Conjunctivitis

Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cataracts, glaucoma, raised intraocular pressure

Frequency not reported: Transient ocular changes[Ref]

Immunologic

Frequency not reported: Candida albicans infection, immunosuppression[Ref]

Respiratory

Very common (10% or more): Nasopharyngitis (26%), epistaxis (20%)

Common (1% to 10%): Pharyngolaryngeal pain, nasal ulceration, cough, pharyngitis, bronchitis, nasal dryness, throat irritation, throat dryness, blood in nasal mucosa, nasal irritation

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rhinalgia, nasal discomfort (including nasal burning, nasal soreness)

Postmarketing reports: Nasal septal perforation[Ref]

General

The most commonly reported side effects were nasopharyngitis, epistaxis, and pyrexia.[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Common (1% to 10%): Back pain[Ref]

Other

Very common (10% or more): Pyrexia

Frequency not reported: Impaired wound healing[Ref]

References

1. "Product Information. Flonase (fluticasone)." Glaxo Wellcome (2001):

2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0

3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0

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.

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