Nasacort AQ (triamcinolone)

Nasacort AQ is used to treat nasal allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and runny nose caused by seasonal allergies or hay fever.

Nasacort AQ may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Nasacort AQ is a nasal spray that contains triamcinolone - an adrenocortical steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

You should not use Nasacort AQ if you are allergic to triamcinolone.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need to adjust the dosage of Nasacort AQ or have special tests:

• tuberculosis;
• asthma;
• any type of infection;
• a history of glaucoma or cataracts; or
• if you have had recent surgery or injury to your nose.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Nasacort AQ: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• weakness, tired feeling, nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss;
• fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
• easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
• white patches or sores inside your nose or mouth, or on your lips; or
• blurred vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights.

• stinging, burning, or bleeding in your nose;
• sneezing after use of the medicine;
• sore throat, cough, stuffy nose;
• watery eyes;
• headache;
• nausea, vomiting; or
• an unpleasant taste or smell.

Your pharmacist can provide more information about Nasacort AQ.