Nasal glucocorticoids

Question 1

nasal glucocorticoid mechanism of action

Answer 1

prevent the immune system from creating chemical triggers of inflammation (prostaglandins, histamine, leukotrienes)

Question 2

nasal glucocorticoid meds

Answer 2

mometasone
fluticasone

highly effective for rhinitis

Question 3

issues w/nasal glucocorticoid

Answer 3

onset 1 week
drying of nasal mucosa
epistaxis