Tafen Nazal

A drug "Tafen Nazal" (analogues of Pulmicort, Benacort, Budenofalk,Pulmicort Turbuhaler) - dosed nasal spray of white color. The standard dose contains 50 μg of the main active substance - budesonide, as well as a number of excipients (methylparahydroxybenzoate, microcrystalline cellulose, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, polysorbate, simethicone, propylene glycol, hydrochloric acid, sucrose, water, etc.).

The drug is able to reduce the severity of symptoms incases of allergic rhinitis, it suppresses early and late stages of allergy and reduces inflammatory processes in the airways. The condition improves already on the third day after the beginning of the course of treatment.

The drug "Tafen Nazal" is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of both seasonal and all-year-round allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, as well as for the treatment of nasal polyps.

With increased sensitivity to the mainactive substance (budesonide) or any other component of the drug, fungal, viral and bacterial infections, the active form of pulmonary tuberculosis is contraindicated. The use of "Tafen Nazal" during pregnancy can take place only when the intended benefit for a woman is higher than the possible harm for the child. Lactation and such treatment are not compatible, therefore in this case it is necessary to make a choice.

Application and dosage

Adults and children from six years old are first appointedtwo doses in each nostril twice a day. At one time, as a rule, one dose is used in each nostril twice a day or two doses once in the morning. If the time of the next intake of the drug is missed, it must be taken immediately, however not less than one hour before the next dose. Next, a step-by-step guide to the use of the drug is described.

1. Before application, the nasal passages are compulsorily cleaned of mucus by saline solution.
2. The protective cap is removed from the vial.
3. The vial should then be shaken well.
4. Applying the spray for the first time, you need to releasea little medicine into the air by pressing the nozzle. This procedure should also be carried out in cases where the drug has not been used for several days.
5. The head should be tilted forward and downward, insert the nozzle into the nostril towards its outer wall.
6. Click on the nozzle, simultaneously inhaling the nose.
7. After use, wipe the nozzle with a tissue and close the vial.

Side effects

Nasal Spray "Tafen Nazal" rarely causesany reactions. However, in rare cases, there may be irritation of the throat and nose, coughing, nosebleeds. In isolated cases, sneezing, dryness in the nose, various skin reactions are noted.

No accidental overdose of any symptoms was observed. Acute overdose is almost impossible.

The drug "Tafen Nazal", reviews about which are mostly positive, can be used with other medicines, but it can reduce the efficiency of microsomal oxidation inducers.

Additional Information

Carrying out the transition from treatment with glucocorticoids to treatment with nasal spray, one must be extremely cautious, since there is a risk of developing adrenal insufficiency.

The drug "Tafen Nazal" is also prescribed withcaution to those patients who have not very long ago suffered a nose operation or trauma. This is due to the fact that corticosteroids slow down the process of wound healing. The drug does not affect the ability to drive machinery or a car.

Store this medicine when you need it.Air temperature not more than 25 degrees Celsius in a place inaccessible to children. Shelf life - two years. From pharmacies released only on prescription, written by a doctor.