CURRENT STOCK EXPIRY 04/2020

SteroClear is the generic of Rhinocort Nasal Spray and is used to provide effective relief from hayfever. 

It contains Budesonide 50mcg, a corticosteroid that is used in the prevention and treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as "hayfever". 

To maximize effectiveness, treatment with SteroClear should commence prior to exposure to allergens. 

SteroClear is not designed to provide immediate relief from hayfever. It will generally take a few days to reach its full effect so SteroClear needs to be used on a regular basis, even when the symptoms appear to have abated.

SteroClear will reduce swelling in the nasal passages, relieve sinus blockage, sneezing and sore eyes.

SteroClear 50 Aqueous Nasal Spray comes in a bottle containing 200 sprays.

Product Dosage
SteroClear should not be used by children under 12 years of age unless advised by your doctor or pharmacist.
Adults and children over 12 years of age: initially pump one or two sprays into each nostril twice a day, usually morning and night.

After 2 to 3 days pump one spray into each nostril twice a day.

If you experience only mild initial symptoms of hayfever then one spray into each nostril twice a day may be sufficient. 
If you miss a dose, take the next dose when it is due and do not take a double dose at one time.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Read the information leaflet carefully before using. 
Gently shake the bottle well before each use. Remove the dust cap from the nasal applicator.
Hold the nasal spray straight upright.
The first time the nasal spray is used it will need to be 'primed'. To prime the pump for use firmly press down on the white collar.
Keep pressing until a fine spray is released through the applicator nozzle.
The nasal spray is now primed and ready for use. It will not be necessary to reprime the nasal spray unless it is disassembled or used infrequently.
Once the nasal spray is ready for use, gently blow you nose to help clear the nostrils. Tilt your head slightly forward, close one nostril and carefully insert the nasal applicator into the other nostril. Hold the bottle upright and press down firmly on the white collar to deliver the required dosage of spray. 
Breathe gently inwards through the nostril and then breathe out through your mouth.
Repeat the procedure for the other nostril. Replace the dust cap once you are finished. 
Store SteroClear 50 Aqueous Nasal Spray below 25 degrees Celsius but do not refrigerate.
Protect from direct sunlight and store in an upright position.
Discard 3 months after first using the spray.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

YOU WILL NEED TO AVOID BUDESONIDE IF IT GIVES YOU AN ALLERGIC REACTION. SUCH SYMPTOMS INCLUDE; NASAL INFLAMMATION OR DESSICATION, BAD TASTE, HEADACHE; HOARSENESS; NASAL IRRITATION OR DRYNESS, NAUSEA, ACHING CHAFED THROAT; BREATHING ROUGHLY, CONCRETION IN THE LUNGS.

AVOID AT ALL COSTS IF: you have recently had nasal ulcers, nasal injury or a nasal surgery; for this drug would drastically slow the healing process.  Other severe allergic reactions include; puffed up of the mouth, sore throat, fever, chills, swollen face, heighten lips, or tongue; racing heartbeat, increased unnatural compression in the eye, hives, or an itchy red body rash.

IF ANY OF THESE REACTIONS OCCUR PLEASE CONTACT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE IN PROPER DIRECTIONS. 

• Only use SteroClear in the nose
• Do not use SteroClear with another steroid product, e.g. tablets, asthma or nasal inhaler, except on the advice of a healthcare professional.
• Do not exceed the maximum stated dose.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have a severe infection in the nasal passages or sinuses
• Do not use SteroClear if you have recurring nasal bleeding or haemorrhagic diathesis
• Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using SteroClear if you are pregnant, breast-feeding or taking other corticosteroid medication.
• Consult your doctor if you have recently had an injury to, or surgery on, your nose, or problems with ulceration the nose
• Consult your doctor if you experience acute eye pain or visual disturbance
• Consult your doctor if you develop signs or symptoms of infection such as fever, nasal or facial pain or swelling, discoloured or purulent (containing pus) nasal discharge or nasal bleeding
• If symptoms persist, consult you doctor.
  Do not use SteroClear for more than 6 months without medical supervision.
• Do not use SteroClear if you are allergic to Budesonide or any other component of SteroClear
• There are no known interactions between SteroClear and other medicines or alcohol. SteroClear will not interfere with treatments for viral or bacterial nasal infection. 
  SteroClear will not cause drowsiness
• Keep out of the reach of children
• In some cases, possible side effects of this medication may include: Occasionally a series of sneezes may immediately follow the use of SteroClear but this is usually only temporary, 
  Very occasionally you may notice an unpleasant taste or smell, 
  Temporary minor irritations such as an itching of the nose, throat and ears, sore throat and dry mouth may occur,
  Slight secretions of blood may also appear in the mucus