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Description
Metatop 50 MCG Spray is a medicine used to prevent and relieve symptoms of hay fever and other allergies such as sneezing, runny, stuffy, or itchy nose. It is also used to treat nasal polyps (painless growth or swelling in the nose or sinuses). Metatop 50 MCG Spray works by blocking the release of certain chemical substances that cause allergy symptoms.
Metatop 50 MCG Spray may cause some side effects like headache, nose/throat irritation, blood in the mucous, unexplained nosebleed, etc. Inform your doctor if these side effects become severe or persist for a long time.
Metatop 50 MCG Spray is for external use only. The dose of this medicine and the duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor depending on your condition. Follow all the instructions mentioned on the label or packaging insert. Use this medicine regularly to get maximum benefits.
Metatop 50 MCG Spray is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or taking any other medicines. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Metatop 50 MCG Spray
Metaspray Nasal Spray
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Metatop 50 MCG Spray
Headache
Bleeding and irritation of nose
Fever and chills
Blood in the mucous
Uses of Metatop 50 MCG Spray
What is it prescribed for?
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is the swelling of the inside of the nose which is caused when your immune system reacts to infections or allergens (foreign particles such as dust, pollens, moulds, or flakes of skin from animals, etc.). This results in nasal discharge, sneezing, swelling in the nose, watery and red eyes, blocked or runny nose, etc. Metatop 50 MCG Spray is used in the treatment and prevention of allergic rhinitis.
Nasal polyps
Nasal polyps are soft, painless overgrowths of the tissue on the inner lining of your nose or sinuses (hollow spaces located behind the forehead, nose, cheekbones, and in between the eyes). These are non-cancerous and do not spread to other organs. The polyps are caused as a result of chronic inflammation (swelling), allergy, asthma, etc. Metatop 50 MCG Spray is used in the treatment of nasal polyps.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required for Metatop 50 MCG Spray to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Metatop 50 MCG Spray remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Metatop 50 MCG Spray.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to a lack of adequate safety data, Metatop 50 MCG Spray is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Metatop 50 MCG Spray may be used with caution while breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Metatop 50 MCG Spray if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Recent nasal surgery
If you have recently had nasal surgery, avoid using Metatop 50 MCG Spray as it may decrease immune activity at the site of surgery, increasing the risk of infection and delaying wound healing. Consult your doctor if you have a nose injury or ulcer of the septum (wall dividing the nostrils).
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to a lack of adequate safety data, Metatop 50 MCG Spray is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Metatop 50 MCG Spray may be used with caution while breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
General warnings
Nosebleed and nasal ulceration
Metatop 50 MCG Spray may cause nose bleeding and nasal ulcerations (sores in the nose). Consult your doctor immediately if you experience such conditions. Your doctor may suggest an alternative medicine based on your condition.
Missed Dose
Use the missed dose of Metatop 50 MCG Spray as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never use more than the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor in case of an overdose of Metatop 50 MCG Spray.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Indinavir
Boceprevir
Ketoconazole
Disease interactions
Hyperadrenocorticism
Hyperadrenocorticism is a condition that occurs due to high levels of cortisol hormone (a chemical substance that helps your body respond to stress, regulate blood sugar, and fight infections) in the body. Metatop 50 MCG Spray should be used with caution as it may occasionally cause or worsen hyperadrenocorticism if used for a prolonged time.
Infections
Prolonged use of a high dose of Metatop 50 MCG Spray may suppress the activity of your immune system. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution as it may increase the risk of infections or worsen your condition if you have an infection.
Ocular Toxicities
Rarely, Metatop 50 MCG Spray may increase the intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eye caused by an imbalance in the production and drainage of fluid in the eye) and cause glaucoma (a condition where the pressure within the eyeballs is abnormally high that can damage the optic nerve and lead to loss of vision). Inform your doctor if you experience any vision problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and use Metatop 50 MCG Spray exactly as advised.
Avoid using more or less than the prescribed dose.
Take this medicine for the recommended duration. Avoid discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Metatop 50 MCG Spray works by preventing the release of chemical substances that cause sneezing, runny and stuffy nose. Thus, it provides relief from the symptoms of allergy.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nasal steroids
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Nov 2021
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