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Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray

Manufactured byNulife Pharmaceuticals
ContainsMometasone
Description
Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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). Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray works by blocking the release of certain chemical substances that cause allergy symptoms. Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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. Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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. Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray

  • Headache
  • Bleeding and irritation of nose
  • Fever and chills
  • Blood in the mucous

Uses of Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Nasal polyps
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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 Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to a lack of adequate safety data, Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray may be used with caution while breastfeeding. However, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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 Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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, Momenta 0.05% Nasal Spray is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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

Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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 Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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 Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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. Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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 Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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, Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and use Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Momenta 0.05% Nasal 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

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

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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