Pirinase Nasal Spray for Hayfever Symptoms

What is Pirinase Nasal Spray?

Pirinase nasal spray contains fluticasone propionate, a corticosteroid used to treat and prevent symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hayfever. It helps relieve sneezing, a runny or blocked nose, itching in the nose and discomfort caused by pollen.

As this is a Pharmacy Only medicine, a short suitability check may be needed before purchase to make sure it is appropriate for you.

How does Pirinase work?

Fluticasone propionate works by reducing inflammation inside the nose. During hayfever, pollen triggers an allergic reaction that causes the nasal lining to become swollen, irritated and over-reactive. Pirinase helps calm this inflammation, which reduces sneezing, itching, a blocked nose and a runny nose.

What is Pirinase used for on this page?

On this product page, Pirinase nasal spray is used specifically for:

- Seasonal allergic rhinitis, also known as hayfever

- Relief and prevention of symptoms such as sneezing, itchy nose, runny nose and blocked nose caused by pollen

It is not used here for:

- Acute allergic emergencies such as anaphylaxis

- Nasal infections or unexplained nosebleeds

- Long-term assessment of breathing symptoms such as wheeze or shortness of breath

- Children

Pirinase should be used according to the pack directions and only if it is suitable for you.

Who may be suitable for Pirinase?

You may be suitable if:

- You have symptoms typical of hayfever during pollen season

- Your main symptoms affect the nose, especially blockage, sneezing or irritation

- You want a treatment that helps reduce inflammation rather than just block histamine

Points to consider before using it:

- Your symptom pattern and likely triggers

- How often symptoms occur and how much they affect daily life or sleep

- Whether you have any nose problems such as frequent nosebleeds or nasal surgery

- Other medicines or health conditions you have

Who should not use Pirinase or needs pharmacy advice first?

Do not use without advice if you:

- Are allergic to fluticasone propionate or any of the ingredients in the spray

- Have an untreated infection in the nose or sinuses

- Have frequent unexplained nosebleeds

- Have recently had nasal surgery or injury and the area has not fully healed

- Are pregnant or breastfeeding without checking suitability first

Use with caution and seek pharmacist or medical advice if you:

- Have glaucoma or cataracts

- Are using other steroid medicines such as inhalers, tablets, creams or other nasal sprays

- Have symptoms that are not clearly seasonal or are not responding to usual allergy treatment

- Need treatment for long periods or have very severe symptoms

How do I use Pirinase?

Follow the directions on the pack unless a healthcare professional has advised otherwise. A common adult dosing schedule for hayfever is:

- Two sprays into each nostril once daily, preferably in the morning

- Once symptoms are controlled, the dose may be reduced to one spray into each nostril once daily if appropriate

Practical advice:

- Shake the bottle before use

- Blow your nose gently before using the spray

- Aim the nozzle slightly outwards, away from the centre of the nose

- Try to use it at the same time each day

- It may take a few days of regular use to feel the full benefit

If your symptoms are severe or not improving, you may need additional treatment such as antihistamine tablets or eye drops.

General self-care advice

- Keep windows closed on high pollen days where possible

- Shower and change clothes after being outdoors

- Wear wraparound sunglasses to reduce pollen reaching the eyes

- Apply a pollen barrier balm around the nostrils if helpful

- Check pollen forecasts and limit outdoor activity when counts are very high

Side effects and when to get help

Common side effects can include dryness or irritation in the nose, an unpleasant taste or smell, headache and mild nosebleeds. These are usually mild.

Seek medical advice urgently if you develop marked swelling, severe nosebleeds, severe irritation, changes in vision, or signs of a serious allergic reaction such as swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.

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