Omnaris
From Pharmacy Drug Guide
Omnaris is the brand name of the prescription medication ciclesonide, which is manufactured by Altana Pharma U.S. Omnaris is an intranasal corticosteroid that treats seasonal - outdoor - allergic rhinitis or hayfever in adults and children six years and older. Omnaris also treats indoor or perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and adolescents twelve years and older.[1] Allergic rhinitis is a actually a group of symptoms, including itchy, watery eyes; sneezing, itchy throat and mouth, and a runny or stuffynose that occur when someone breathes in a substance they are allergic to, such as pollen, dander, mold, or dust.[2]
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| Brand name for | Ciclesonide |
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| Manufacturer | Altana Pharma US, Inc. |
| Generic available? | No |
| Uses | Treatment of allergic rhinitis and asthma.[3] |
| Common side effects | Headaches, nose bleeds, sore throats, and ear pain.[3] |
| Major side effects | Flu-like symptoms, vision problems, injury to the nose, easy bruising, muscle weakness, irregular periods.[3] |
| Warnings | In rare cases Omnaris can cause muscle pain or weakness, irritability, fainting or dizziness, darkening of the skin, extreme tiredness, and depression.[1] |
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Omnaris Overview
Omnaris works by reducing the inflammation in the nasal passages, throat and sinuses that leads to allergic symptoms.[4] Omnaris nasal spray was approved by the FDA in 2006.[5] Omnaris comes as a liquid solution that is sprayed into the nose. Typically, patients spray Omnaris into each nostril once a day. Numerous studies have shown its effectiveness as a nasal anti-inflammatory agent for children as well as adults.[1] Ciclesonide is also sold under the brand name Alvesco. Alvesco is simply Omnaris marketed specifically toward those with asthma.[6][3]
Prescription Drugs
Omnaris Warnings
Corticosteroids such as Omnaris have been shown to suppress the immune system. Patients using Omnaris, therefore, are more susceptible to infections. Measles and chickenpox can be more serious or even fatal in children or adults taking Omnaris and other corticosteroids. Studies of Omnaris have shown instances of localized infections of the nose candida albicans. Cases of nasal septum perforation, glaucoma, cataracts, and increased eye pressure have also been documented. The use of Omnaris in patients tuberculosis, active untreated bacterial or fungal infections, parasitic or viral infections, or herpes of the eye could have dangerous consequences.[3]
Omnaris Side Effects
Some of Omnaris' most common side effects include nosebleeds, earaches, headaches, and an irritation or burning feeling in the nose. [7] Omnaris can also bring about more serious side effects, such as vision problems, injury to the nose, muscle weakness, flu-like symptoms, hoarseness, painful white patches in the nose or throat, easy bruising, hives, rash, or itching; extreme tiredness, new or increased acne, irregular menstrual periods, wheezing or difficulty breathing or swallowing, enlarged face and neck, swelling of the eyes, face, feet, throat, hands, lips, or lower legs or ankles.[6]
How to Use a Nasal Steroid Spray
The Structure of a Ciclesonide Molecule
The active ingredient in Omnaris is ciclesonide, a specific type of steroid called a glucocorticoid.
Also See: Omnaris Coupons, Omnaris Side Effects, Claritin Coupons
Nasonex Side Effects, Nasonex Coupons
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 http://www.drugs.com/pro/omnaris.html
- ↑ http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001816/
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 http://www.omnarispro.com/
- ↑ http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000359/
- ↑ http://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/drugsatfda/index.cfm?fuseaction=Search.DrugDetails
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0000359/
- ↑ http://www.omnaris.com/aboutOmnaris/omnaris-faqs.html
