Generic name:mometasone nasal [ moe-MET-a-sone ]
Brand names: Nasonex, Propel, Sinuva
Drug class:Nasal steroids
What is Sinuva?
Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Sinuva (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.
Sinuva is also used to prevent seasonal allergy symptoms in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Sinuva 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 Sinuva 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
