Propel
Generic name:mometasone nasal [ moe-MET-a-sone ]
Brand names: Nasonex, Propel, Sinuva
Drug class:Nasal steroids
What is Propel?
Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Propel (for use in the nose) is used to treat nasal symptoms of seasonal or year-round allergies, including congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. This medicine is approved for this use in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Propel is also used to prevent seasonal allergy symptoms in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Propel is used to treat nasal polyps only in adults.
Mometasone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Propel if you are allergic to mometasone.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an active or chronic infection;
glaucoma or cataracts;
herpes simplex virus of your eyes;
tuberculosis or any other infection or illness;
sores or ulcers inside your nose; or
nasal surgery or injury to your nose.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Mometasone nasal spray is not approved to treat allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 2 years old, or to prevent allergy symptoms in anyone younger than 12 years old. Mometasone nasal implant is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Propel?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Propel is for use only in your nose.
Your doctor may recommend you start using Propel 2 to 4 weeks before the start of allergy season.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Shake the nasal spray well just before each use. Before your first use, prime the nasal spray pump by spraying the medicine into the air until a fine mist appears. If the nasal spray has not been used for longer tha...
