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Avamys Nasal Spray
Avamys nasal spray provides relief from symptoms of hay fever and allergy. It contains a corticosteroid called fluticasone furoate.
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Avamys Prices
| Medicine | x1 Nasal Spray | x2 Nasal Sprays | x3 Nasal Sprays |
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| Avamys 27.5mcg/spray Nasal Spray | £14.89 | £27.89 | £39.89 |
About Avamys
Key Points
- Effective within 8 hours
- Reduces inflammation in the nose
- Relieves symptoms of sneezing, runny nose, blocked nose and itching
Buy Avamys online
To buy Avamys nasal spray online, follow these easy steps.
- Fill out a consultation form to determine your eligibility.
- Once completed, this will be reviewed by one of our pharmacists the very same day.
- Once approved, your medication will be dispatched in discreet packaging. Next day delivery options are available.
What is Avamys nasal spray and what is it used for?
Avamys nasal spray is a prescription-only treatment for hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) and allergies, such as house dust and animal fur.
Avamys is used to treat symptoms such as:
- Nasal congestion
- Runny or itchy nose
- Sneezing
- Itchy, watery, or red eyes
How does Avamys nasal spray work?
Avamys contains a steroid, which works to reduce inflammation and swelling. This helps to alleviate symptoms associated with hay fever and allergies.
How long does it take for Avamys nasal spray to work?
Avamys spray typically begins to work eight hours after the first dose.
However, it could take a few days, or even a few weeks, for the full effects to be seen. Keep using this nasal spray regularly to see an improvement in your symptoms.
A study published by the European Medicines Agency found that Avamys effectively reduced symptoms within a two week period.
Avamys dosage instructions
The usual dose for Avamys nasal spray for hay fever and allergic rhinitis is, "two sprays into each nostril daily, reduced to one spray into each nostril daily, once control has been achieved". The aim is to control symptoms to a point where you are using the lowest effective dose.
Each spray delivers a 27.5mcg dose.
Do not exceed the recommended dose. Avamys is a steroid nasal spray, so overuse may cause adverse side effects and potentially damage the nostrils. Using more than the prescribed dose will not yield better results and can be harmful to your health.
How to use Avamys nasal spray
For Avamys nasal spray to be effective, it is important that you use it regularly and follow the instructions provided.
When using a new bottle, you may have to push down the spray a few times until you see a fine mist released. This may also be necessary if you haven’t used a bottle for a few days.
You can find instructions on how to use Avamys nasal spray in the patient information leaflet. Here is what you need to do:
- Shake the bottle and remove the cap
- Blow your nose to clear your nostrils
- Use your finger to close one nostril and then tilt your head forward as you put the nozzle into the open nostril
- Breathe slowly through the nose and press down on the nozzle, spraying once into the nostril
- Breathe out via your mouth
- Repeat the process in the other nostril
- Wipe the nozzle down with a tissue when you are finished, before replacing the cap
Do not exceed the recommended number of sprays in 24 hours.
Avamys ingredients
Active ingredients: Fluticasone furoate 27.5mcg
Inactive ingredients: Glucose anhydrous, dispersible cellulose, polysorbate 80, benzalkonium chloride, disodium edetate, purified water
Avamys nasal spray side effects
Avamys is a well-tolerated medication, and most people do not experience side effects. However, they are still possible.
Side effects of Avamys include:
Very common: Affecting more than 10% of users:
- Nosebleeds
Common: Affecting up to 10% of users:
- Headache
- Taste alternations
- Voice alteration
Uncommon: Affecting up to 1% of users:
- Pain, irritation and burning within the nasal passage
You should read the product information leaflet for a full list of side effects.
If you experience any unusual side effects, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Does Avamys cause withdrawal symptoms?
Avamys is not known to cause withdrawal symptoms. You can stop using Avamys at any time, however, symptoms may return if you stop using treatment and allergens are still present.
Avamys nasal spray warnings
Avamys nasal spray isn’t suitable for everyone. Do not use Avamys if:
- You are allergic to fluticasone furoate or any of the other ingredients contained in this medication which can be found in the patient information leaflet
- You have a condition called tuberculosis
- You have recently had nose surgery
- You have an infection in your nose
Avamys while pregnant
Most nasal steroids are safe to use during pregnancy. Systemic absorption is minimal, and unlikely to affect the foetus.
If you wish to use Avamys whilst pregnant, always check with your doctor or pharmacist beforehand.
Avamys while breastfeeding
Avamys is usually safe to take whilst breastfeeding. Because the amount of drug absorbed into the bloodstream is minimal, it is unlikely to affect the feeding infant. However, always check with your doctor or pharmacist if you wish to use Avamys whilst breastfeeding.
Avamys nasal spray interactions
You should consult your GP or pharmacist before taking Avamys if you are currently, or have recently taken, any other medicines especially any of the following:
- Steroid tablets or injections
- Steroid creams
- Asthma medication
- Medication used to treat HIV, such as ritonavir or cobicistat
- Ketoconazole (usually used to treat fungal infections)
If you are currently taking or are planning to take any medication at all, let your pharmacist or GP know before starting to use Avamys nasal spray.
Avamys nasal spray alternatives
Fluticasone nasal spray
Fluticasone nasal spray is the generic version of Avamys. It contains the same active ingredient as Avamys. Both treatments are as effective as each other.
Nasonex
Like Avamys, Nasonex is a nasal spray that can be used to treat symptoms of hay fever allergies, reducing inflammation.
Nasonex is also a steroid treatment and contains a similar type of active ingredient — mometasone furoate. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid that works in the same way as fluticasone furoate, the active ingredient in Avamys, to combat allergy symptoms and inflammation. Avamys is not commonly used to treat nasal polyps, however, Nasonex is.
Nasonex spray is a prescription-only treatment.
Flixonase
Flixonase can be used to treat the same allergies that Avamys does.
It is another medicine in the corticosteroid group, but contains fluticasone propionate as its active ingredient, rather than fluticasone furoate.
Flixonase nasal spray works in the same way as Avamys, reducing inflammation to combat congestion in the nose, relieving symptoms such as nasal congestion, as well as watery, red or itchy eyes.
Beconase
Beconase nasal spray is another prescription-only treatment used to prevent and relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
Like Avamys, Beconase is a corticosteroid medicine that works by reducing inflammation and easing congestion. It contains the active ingredient beclometasone dipropionate.
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NHS UK. (n.d.). Fluticasone Nasal Spray and Drops. Retrieved February 19, 2024, from https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/fluticasone-nasal-spray-and-drops/
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Electronic Medicines Compendium. (n.d.). Fluticasone Propionate 50 micrograms/actuation Nasal Spray. Retrieved February 19, 2024, from https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/6439/
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British National Formulary. (n.d.). Fluticasone. Retrieved February 19, 2024, from https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/fluticasone/
Steroid nasal sprays can safely be used long term, with a small chance of systemic absorption.
No, you cannot buy Avamys nasal spray over the counter.
Avamys requires a prescription in the UK. This is because it is a corticosteroid medicine, and steroids are a potent drug. A doctor will need to confirm that Avamys is safe and suitable for you before your prescription can be issued.
For a quick and convenient way to purchase Avamys spray, you can order the medication through our online pharmacy. Once you have completed the questionnaire and it has been reviewed by one of our medical professionals, we will send it in a discreet package straight to your door.
No, anxiety is not a known side effect.
No, you should not use Avamys if you have an infection.
Avamys is generally considered to be a safe medication to use long term. However, as it contains a steroid, children using Avamys long-term should be monitored, as it can affect their growth. Using Avamys long-term can also make glaucoma and cataracts worse. You should let your doctor know if you experience any visual disturbances whilst taking Avamys.
HOW TO USE Avamys Nasal Spray
Prime the nasal spray
Hold the spray upright and pointing away from you then press the button firmly all the way in. Do this a few times until it releases a fine spray of mist into the air
Blow your nose
Blow your nose to clear your nostrils
Insert the spray into your nose
Tilt your head forward slightly and place the nozzle into one of your nostrils
Press the button
Press the button firmly all the way in, while breathing into your nose. Once you are done, take the nozzle out and breathe out through your mouth
Clean the nozzle
Wipe the nozzle with a clean, dry tissue. Do not use water when doing this
Clean inside the cap
Wipe inside the cap with a clean, dry tissue as well. Never use water to clean your spray.
Product Reviews For Avamys Nasal Spray
Avamys nasal spray reviews are typically very positive.
Users of Avamys spray with both seasonal and long-term allergies have commented that the medicine is effective in treating hay fever and similar allergies — and that Avamys is able to relieve both nose and ear congestion. Improvements have been felt by some people in a matter of days.
However, some reviewers said they experienced some side effects whilst using Avamys. Among the side effects cited by users were anxiety, loss of sense of smell, an unpleasant taste at the back of the throat and headaches.
Nevertheless, many users agreed that the pros certainly outweigh the cons as the treatment was able to efficiently combat allergy symptoms. Reviewers that suffered from polyp growth, a side effect of allergic rhinitis, went on to say Avamys was able to prevent nasal polyps growing, relieving them of congestion and sinus problems.
To get a better understanding of what reviewers are saying about Avamys, visit our Avamys reviews page.
Summary For Avamys Nasal Spray
| Medication class | Nasal corticosteroids |
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| Mechanism of action | Reduces inflammation and swelling |
| Active ingredient | Fluticasone furoate |
| Strength | 27.5mcg |
| Effective within | 8 hours (up to 2 weeks for full effect) |
| Dosage instructions | 2 sprays into each nostril daily |
| Manufacturer | GlaxoSmithKline UK |
| Use with alcohol | No known interaction |
Product Reviews For Avamys Nasal Spray
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