THIS IS AN ASPIRE PHARMA WEBSITE PAGE INTENDED FOR UK PATIENTS
WHO HAVE BEEN PRESCRIBED FLUTICASONE NASAL DROPS (FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE)
Adverse event reporting can be found at the bottom of the page.
Fluticasone Nasal Drops
What are Fluticasone propionate nasal drops1?
Fluticasone propionate nasal drops are used to treat small growths inside the nose (called nasal polyps) and the symptoms associated with nasal obstruction.
Fluticasone propionate nasal drops contain a corticosteroid called fluticasone propionate. Corticosteroids work by reducing inflammation, swelling and irritation in your nose which helps relieve symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and a blocked or runny nose.
Each pack of Fluticasone propionate nasal drops contains 30 single-dose containers, divided into 6 strips of 5 containers.
How should I use Fluticasone propionate nasal drops?
How much to use:
- The usual starting dose is one single-use plastic container (400 micrograms) divided equally between each nostril, once or twice a day
- As your symptoms improve, your doctor may ask you to use a lower dose
- If your symptoms do not improve after 4 to 6 weeks your doctor may change your medicine
Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you to.
Don’t exceed the recommended dose. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Step-by-step Instructions for Administering Fluticasone Nasal Drops
Step 1
Open the foil pack by tearing off one side. Take out the strip of plastic containers from the foil and pull off one container.
Step 2
Flick and shake the plastic container for 30 seconds. Then shake downwards to make sure the liquid is not in the neck of the container.
Step 3
Hold the bottom of the container firmly. Twist and remove the lid to open it.
Step 4
Gently blow your nose to clear it. You are now ready to administer the drops.
Before you put the drops in, you must choose one of the positions shown in these pictures.
Although they may not be easy, the positions will make sure the drops get to where they are needed.
Step 5
While standing up or kneeling down, bend right over.
Step 6
Put the opened container into one nostril and gently squeeze. Keep squeezing until the sides of the container touch each other. This will mean that about half the dose has been given.
Step 7
Repeat this step to use the rest of the contents of the container in your other nostril.
Step 8
Stay with your head down for at least one minute after putting the drops in.
Step 9
If these positions are difficult you can lie on a bed with your head tilted over the edge. After you have put the drops in, rest your head sideways on the bed for at least one minute.
References
- Fluticasone Propionate 400mcg (1mg/ml) Nasal Drops PIL
Reporting of Side Effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
This includes any possible side effects not listed in the product’s package leaflet.
You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard
By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of medicines.
MAT-UK-FLC-0014-1 | March 2026
