Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal).
Growth in children and adolescents: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone furoate nasal spray may impair the growth of children and adolescents. Your doctor will monitor for this. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Infections: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone furoate nasal spray may worsen existing infections, mask the signs of infection, and cause new infections. If you use Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) for several months or longer, your doctor will monitor you periodically for signs of infection. People who have not had Chickenpox or Measles or have not been vaccinated against these infections should take special care to avoid exposure to them.
Liver function: Liver disease or reduced liver function may cause Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) to build up in the body, causing side effects. If you have liver problems, discuss with your doctor how Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal), and whether any special monitoring is needed. Your doctor may want to test your liver function regularly with blood tests while you are taking Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal).
Other corticosteroid medications: People who have been taking oral corticosteroids and are starting fluticasone furoate should be carefully monitored by their doctor. Changing from the oral form to the nasal spray can cause symptoms such as tiredness, aches, pains, and Depression. Tell your doctor if you have used or are using other corticosteroids. Your doctor will monitor you while you are taking Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal).
Vision problems: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone furoate nasal spray may cause Glaucoma or Cataracts. Report any vision changes to your doctor immediately. If you have glaucoma or cataracts, discuss with your doctor how Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Wound healing: Corticosteroids such as fluticasone furoate nasal spray can impair the ability of wounds to heal. If you have ulcers in your nose, have had nasal surgery, or have had nasal trauma, talk to your doctor about how Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) will affect these conditions. Your doctor may recommend waiting until wounds have completely healed.
Pregnancy: The safety of fluticasone furoate nasal spray use during pregnancy has not been established. Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if fluticasone furoate nasal spray passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of Avamys (Fluticasone-furoate-nasal) have not been established for children under the age of 2 years.
