Intranasal Corticosteroids Flashcards
1
Q
MOA
A
Decreases nasal passage inflammation, decreasing stuffiness
2
Q
Subclass
A
Preventer
3
Q
Prototype
A
Fluticasone
4
Q
Side effects
A
Skin irritation, epistaxis,
5
Q
Primary use
A
Treat seasonal allergic rhinitis
6
Q
Considerations
A
Must be administered 2-3 weeks prior to allergen exposure
High efficacy and wide safety margin
Immune suppressant
7
Q
Suffix
A
Usually sone
