Avamys (arnuity) Nasal Spray

arnuity 27.5 microgram Nasal Spray is administered intranasally.

Active ingredient
It is fluticasone furoate. Each dose contains 27.5 micrograms of fluticasone furoate.

Excipients
Glucose (anhydrous), suspendable cellulose, polysorbate 80, benzalkonium chloride, disodium edetate and purified water.

1. What is arnuity and what is it used for?

arnuity is a member of the drug group called corticosteroids, it contains fluticasone furoate as an active ingredient.

arnuity spray is in the form of a white suspension. Available in amber colored glass bottles with a metered atomizer spray pump. The bottle is contained in an off-white, plastic device with a dose indicator, activation button and cap. (See figure

With arnuity spray, it can be sprayed 120 times.

arnuity is used to treat seasonal and persistent allergic rhinitis symptoms in adults and children over 6 years of age. Watery eyes and itching, nasal congestion or discharge, and sneezing are the main symptoms.

2. How to use arnuity?

Instructions for proper use and dose/frequency of administration

Adults and adolescents over 12 years: The recommended starting dose is 2 sprays in each nostril once daily.

Once the symptoms are under control, your doctor may reduce the dose of your medicine to 1 spray applied to each nostril once a day.

Application route and method

arnuity is administered as a nasal spray only.

With the help of the tip piece on the device, AVAMYS is easily sprayed into the nose. The end piece is covered with a plastic cap. The medicine sprays out from the nozzle when the activation button located on the side of the bottle is pressed.

Testing the arnuity spray:

If you are going to use arnuity for the first time, test the spray device for faultless operation.

1. While on the cap of the tip piece, shake the nasal spray. Remove the cover by pressing lightly on the sides with your thumb and forefinger and pulling it out. Be careful not to press the button on the side while removing the cover. (see Figure 2)

2. Point the end piece away from you and spray the air at least 6 times by pressing the button on the side. (see Figure 3)

If you do not replace the cap for 5 days or do not use AVAAMYS for more than 30 days, be sure to test the spray again before applying arnuity.

Application of arnuity spray:

1. Before applying the spray, clean your nostrils by blowing your nose.

2. Do not spray the spray into your eyes, if the spray accidentally comes into contact with your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with water.

3. Tilt your head forward a little. Hold the spray vertically and insert the tip piece into one of your nostrils. Hold the tip piece against the outer wall of your nose.

3. What are the possible side effects?

Like all medicines, there may be side effects in people who are sensitive to the substances contained in arnuity.

If any of the following occur, stop using arnuity and IMMEDIATELY inform your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency department:

• Allergic reactions: skin redness or rash, appearance of blisters or itchy bumps (hives) on the skin. Some rashes on the skin, swelling of the face, throat and tongue.

• Unusual wheezing or difficulty breathing.

These are all very serious side effects. If you have one of these, it means that you have a serious allergy to arnuity. You may need emergency medical attention or hospitalization.

All of these very serious side effects are very rare.

If you notice any of the following, tell your doctor immediately or go to the nearest hospital emergency department:

• Involuntary movements and hyperactivity due to psychic events

• Dryness and irritation in the eyes

• Cataract

• Inflammation in the eye

• Blurred vision

• Increased intraocular pressure

• Palpitations

• Heart disease called AV block (2nd degree)

• Voice changes, hoarseness

• Bleeding of the sinus mucosa (congestion)

• Dryness in the throat

• Narrowing of the bronchi

• Fungal infection in the nose

• Perforation in the nasal wall

• Increase in liver enzyme called AST

• Itching

• tremor

• Fungal infection in the genital area

• Change or loss of sense of taste and/or smell

All these are serious side effects. Emergency medical attention may be required. Serious side effects are very rare.

Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following:

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Fire

• Pharyngitis

• Asthma symptoms

• Cough

• Bronchitis

• Throat ache

• runny nose

• Nosebleeds (If you use arnuity continuously for more than 6 weeks, minor nosebleeds may occur. Nosebleeds are a very common side effect.)

• Nasal sores (You may feel a discomfort as if the inside of your nose is irritated and you may see it bleed when you blow your nose. This may be caused by nose sores. Nasal sores are a common side effect.)

• Nausea / vomiting

• Stomach ache

• Diarrhea

• Back pain

• Pain aches