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njchicaa
Beachwood, NJ
This Flonase generic nasal spray is very effective.
4 star rating

highly allergic to cats and dogs, allergic to pollen and dust, adult onset allergy sufferer, always congested, thirtysomething
Pros

    clears congestion, prevents further issues, available in generic

Cons
    can irritate dry/inflamed nasal passages, leaves a nasty taste after use

OCT
7
2009

Roxane Laboratories Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray — 

I'm allergic to things like cats, dogs, dust, pollen, mites, mold, etc.  I can't control the pollen, mites, mold, and dust, but I do have control over the animal factor.  My plan: well, at the moment, we have 7 cats and 6 dogs in the house, along with lots of dust, pollen, mites, and mold.  I guess you could say that I don't really have a plan other than to rely on allergy medications like Fluticasone Propionate.

Fluticasone Propionate is the generic version of Flonase which is a synthetic corticosteroid designed to reduce inflammation causing sneezing, runny nose, stuffiness, and itchy nose).  This is not a fast-acting product and requires at least 12 hours and usually more in order to produce any noticeable improvement of symptoms. 

I've had doctors suggest 2 "squirts" per nostril once a day and I've also had instructions to administer it twice a day.  With my allergy and congestion levels, I really do require a twice-per-day application during prime allergen seasons.  I keep using Fluticasone Proprionate because it works but I really don't enjoy the nasty taste that my mouth gets as it drips through my nose, down my throat, and into my mouth.  I also don't appreciate that it can really burn my nose and sometimes make it bleed after many days of repeated use. 

As a generic, this Flonase alternative should be affordable for most people.  It certainly is effective, though it can be a bit harsh after prolonged use.  I don't use Fluticasone Propionate every single day of my life, but it definitely helps me to get through the rough days/weeks of high allergy season.  Recommended!



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Fardreamer wrote on Oct 7, 2009 at 9:42PM

 

Wow. I sometimes get mild allergies but nothing as serious as what you go through! I really thought the review was informative and helpful.