Beconase Hayfever Relief is a corticosteroid nasal spray containing beclometasone dipropionate (ĺć°Żçąłćž) 50 micrograms per spray, used regularly to relieve and help prevent hay fever symptoms in adults aged 18 and over, supplied by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Beclometasone dipropionate (ĺć°Żçąłćž) 50 micrograms per spray |
|---|---|
| Type | Corticosteroid (steroid) nasal spray â not an antihistamine, not drowsy |
| Format | Metered nasal spray |
| Pack | 100 sprays |
| Relieves | Nasal congestion, runny or itchy nose, sneezing, and watery itchy eyes from hay fever |
| Age | Adults aged 18 years and over |
| Dose | Two sprays in each nostril twice a day; maximum 4 sprays per nostril per day |
| Sold by | Ways Pharmacy, UK (GPhC-registered) |
Who it is for
- Adults aged 18 and over with hay fever, especially troublesome nasal congestion
- People who want to prevent symptoms by using a spray regularly through pollen season
- People who prefer a non-drowsy nasal treatment rather than oral antihistamine tablets
- People whose main symptoms are a blocked, runny or itchy nose and sneezing
Not suitable for: anyone under 18 for over-the-counter use; people with a recent nose injury, nasal surgery or a nasal infection. Speak to your pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have glaucoma or cataracts, or take other steroid medicines.
How to use
- Read the patient information leaflet before you start and shake the bottle gently.
- Use in the nose only. Adults 18 and over: two sprays into each nostril twice a day (morning and evening).
- Once symptoms improve, reduce to one spray into each nostril twice a day.
- Do not use more than 4 sprays in each nostril in a day, and use regularly to keep the effect.
- Do not use for more than one month without speaking to your doctor; if there is no improvement after 7 days, contact your doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Beconase take to work?
Beconase is a steroid spray that works gradually. You may notice some relief within a few days, but it can take up to two weeks of regular daily use to reach full effect, so it is best started before or early in the pollen season.
Is Beconase a steroid, and does it make you drowsy?
Yes, Beconase contains a corticosteroid (beclometasone) that acts locally in the nose. It is not an antihistamine and does not cause drowsiness.
Can you use Beconase every day?
It is designed for regular daily use through the pollen season. Do not exceed 4 sprays per nostril a day, and do not use it for more than one month continuously without speaking to your doctor.
Who can buy Beconase over the counter?
Over the counter, Beconase is for adults aged 18 and over. Younger people can use beclometasone nasal spray only on the advice of a doctor.
Can I use Beconase with antihistamine tablets?
Many people use a steroid nasal spray alongside a non-drowsy antihistamine for combined symptoms. Ask your pharmacist for advice on combining hay fever treatments.
Safety and storage
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use, as manufacturers update it regularly.
- Do not use for more than one month continuously without medical advice.
- Speak to your pharmacist before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have glaucoma or cataracts, or take other steroids.
- If symptoms do not improve after 7 days, contact your doctor.
- Store below 25°C (do not refrigerate), keep out of the sight and reach of children, and do not use after the expiry date.
References
This page provides factual information about an over-the-counter allergy medicine. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. If you are unsure whether Beconase is right for you, or your symptoms persist, speak to a pharmacist. Suspected side effects can be reported via the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
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