Actisone 0.05% Cream is used to treat and prevent problems in your nose (rhinitis) which may be seasonal (like hay fever) or year-round (like blocked nose, sneezing and itching). It works by reducing swelling and irritation in your nose and belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids.

Many modern health problems involve inflammation. When the immune system goes into action, inflammation can get out of control and cause damage or pain. Actisone 0.05% Cream is a chemical that can stop inflammation

Uses of Actisone Cream

Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Side effects of Actisone Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Actisone

Headache
Nosebleeds
Nasal ulceration
Breathlessness

How to use Actisone Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Actisone 0.05% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Actisone 0.05% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use of Actisone 0.05% Cream in breastfeeding mothers should only be considered if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
Actisone 0.05% Cream should be avoided in patients with recent nasal ulcers, nasal surgery, or nasal trauma.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glucocorticoids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

I've frequent sneezing & nose blocking problems, suspecting due to allergies.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Get serum IgE to confirm it is allergy

Sneezing, allergies, nose blocking

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Use physiomer hypertonic saline twice daily in each nostril Tab pantop once daily before breakfast Tab montair LC at night once daily for 5days

FAQs

How does Actisone 0.05% Cream work?

Actisone 0.05% Cream is a corticosteroid, which works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.

How long does Actisone 0.05% Cream take to start working?

The time required by Actisone 0.05% Cream to start showing its effects may differ from person to person. Usually, it starts showing relief within 8 hours of starting Actisone 0.05% Cream. It may even take several days before you see maximum benefits. In order to improve your symptoms faster, it is important to take the medicine regularly as it increases efficiency of the medicine.

My friend developed a severe allergic reaction when she started Actisone 0.05% Cream. Could it be due to Actisone 0.05% Cream even though it is used for allergy purpose?

In very rare cases, Actisone 0.05% Cream can cause serious allergic reactions such as rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, throat, and tongue. It may also cause low blood pressure which may further cause lightheadedness and the patient may even faint. You should immediately contact your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms as it could be life threatening.

My brother developed chickenpox while using Actisone 0.05% Cream. Can Actisone 0.05% Cream be responsible for chickenpox? What should be done?

Actisone 0.05% Cream being a corticosteroid weakens the immune system of the body. It could have because of this that your brother developed chickenpox. You should immediately stop the medication and contact the doctor. The doctor may consider treating it with antiviral agents.

For how long should I take Actisone 0.05% Cream?

It is recommended that you take the nasal spray as long as you are exposed to the allergen. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Does long-term use of Actisone 0.05% Cream have any side effects?

Usual doses of Actisone 0.05% Cream can be tolerated by most people for long periods of time. But, few people may develop nose bleed, hole in nasal cartilage, and visual disturbances due to cataract or glaucoma if they take Actisone 0.05% Cream for a long time. Moreover, high doses also tend to increase the risk of weakening of bones (osteoporosis) and diabetes.

What is thrush? Can Actisone 0.05% Cream cause thrush?

Thrush is a fungal infection of the nose and throat caused by candida. Actisone 0.05% Cream can cause thrush as a common side effect. To avoid getting fungal infections, you should thoroughly rinse your mouth after using a nasal spray. If you experience any redness or white colored patches in your nose or mouth, inform your doctor.

Can I take Actisone 0.05% Cream for runny nose and sneezing due to common cold?

No, Actisone 0.05% Cream is only meant for allergic rhinitis and should not be taken for common cold. Symptoms of common cold can be due to viral infection and this medicine does not cure such infections. Therefore, you may not benefit from Actisone 0.05% Cream.

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Actisone 0.05% Cream

Product introduction

Uses of Actisone Cream

Side effects of Actisone Cream

Common side effects of Actisone

How to use Actisone Cream

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

How does Actisone 0.05% Cream work?

How long does Actisone 0.05% Cream take to start working?

My friend developed a severe allergic reaction when she started Actisone 0.05% Cream. Could it be due to Actisone 0.05% Cream even though it is used for allergy purpose?

My brother developed chickenpox while using Actisone 0.05% Cream. Can Actisone 0.05% Cream be responsible for chickenpox? What should be done?

For how long should I take Actisone 0.05% Cream?

Does long-term use of Actisone 0.05% Cream have any side effects?

What is thrush? Can Actisone 0.05% Cream cause thrush?

Can I take Actisone 0.05% Cream for runny nose and sneezing due to common cold?

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