12.2 Drugs acting on the nose

12.2.1 Drugs used in nasal allergy

 

Azelastine nasal spray 140mcg/m.i

R

ENT

Beclometasone (Beclomethasone) nasal spray, aqueous

R

ENT

Fluticasone nasal spray 50mcg/m.i

R

ENT

Mometasone nasal spray 50mcg/m.i

R

ENT

 

12.2.2 Topical nasal decongestants

 

Ephedrine nasal drops 0.5%, 1%

F

 

Xylometazoline nasal drops 0.05%, 0.1%

F

 

Treatment periods should be restricted to less than seven days to avoid rebound congestion.

12.2.3 Anti-infective nasal preparations

 

Mupirocin nasal ointment 2%

R

Microbiology approval (MRSA)

Naseptin nasal cream

F