nafarelin nasal Health Article

How should I use nafarelin nasal?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

To use the nasal spray:

• Before the first use, prime the spray bottle by pumping it 5 to 10 times uintil a fine spray appears.

• Gently blow your nose to clear any mucous. Uncap the spray bottle.

• Insert the tip of the spray bottle into your nostril, pointing it straight upward. Block your other nostril with your finger. Quickly and gently pump the spray bottle one time and sniff gently at the same time. Remove the pump from your nose and tilt your head back slightly for a few seconds.

• If using more than one spray per nostril, wait at least 30 seconds between each spray.

• Clean the spray bottle tip with a tissue and recap it.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your doctor will need to check your progress on a regular basis, especially during the first 6 to 8 weeks of treatment. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

When you first start using nafarelin nasal to treat precocious puberty, you may notice an increase in signs of puberty, such as enlarged breasts or vaginal bleeding. These are normal side effects of this medication during the first month of use. If such pubertal signs continue for longer than 1 month, contact your doctor.

It is important to use nafarelin nasal regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store nafarelin nasal at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of nafarelin nasal is not likely to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while taking nafarelin nasal?

Try not to sneeze or blow your nose just after using the spray. This may decrease the amount of medication your body absorbs.

What are the possible side effects of nafarelin nasal?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of a rare side effect called pituitary apoplexy: sudden headache with vision changes, vomiting, confusion, slow heart rate, chest pain, weakness, fainting, or cardiac arrest. Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• heavy or continued menstrual bleeding;

• chest pain, shortness of breath;

• fast or irregular heartbeats; or

• pelvic pain or swelling.

Other less serious side effects may also occur, such as:

• mild itching or skin rash;

• oily skin or acne, increased body odor;

• dandruff;

• changes in breast size;

• increase in pubic hair growth;

• nasal irritation or runny nose;

• hot flashes;

• mild headache, muscle pain;

• mood swings;

• white or brownish vaginal discharge;

• light and occasional menstrual bleeding;

• vaginal dryness; or

• changes in sexual desire.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.