Clarinaze Allergy Control 0.05% Nasal Spray contains the corticosteroid mometasone furoate and is used by adults to treat the symptoms of seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis, such as hay fever and year-round allergies to pets, mould and dust. Sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
This is a pharmacy (P) medicine sold under the supervision of our GPhC-registered pharmacist. You may be asked a few short questions before your order is supplied.
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Mometasone furoate 50 micrograms per spray |
|---|---|
| Format | Aqueous nasal spray pump, 18g bottle |
| Use | Symptoms of seasonal or perennial allergic rhinitis |
| Age | Adults 18 years and over |
| Dose | Two sprays into each nostril once a day (200 micrograms). Once symptoms improve, one spray into each nostril once a day may be enough. |
| Maximum | 200 micrograms (four sprays) in 24 hours |
| Duration | Do not use continuously for more than 3 months without medical advice. See a doctor if symptoms have not improved after 14 days. |
| After opening | Use within 2 months of first use |
| Pack | 140 sprays |
Who it is for
- Adults aged 18 and over with hay fever symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and a blocked or runny nose.
- Adults with year-round (perennial) allergic rhinitis triggered by pets, house dust or mould.
- People who want a once-daily nasal treatment rather than a tablet.
Not suitable for: Anyone allergic to mometasone furoate or to any of the other ingredients; anyone with an untreated infection in the nose, such as herpes simplex; anyone who has recently had nasal surgery or an injury to the nose; children and young people under 18 years. Speak to a doctor first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have tuberculosis or any untreated infection, or if you take medicines that affect the immune system.
How to use
- Read the label and Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) before use.
- Shake the bottle gently. Before the first use, prime the pump by spraying 10 times until an even mist appears.
- If you have not used the spray for 14 days or longer, prime it again with 2 sprays before your next dose.
- Adults 18 and over: spray twice into each nostril once a day. Do not use more than 4 sprays in a day.
- Once your symptoms have improved, try reducing to one spray into each nostril once a day.
- Do not pierce the nasal applicator. See a doctor if symptoms have not improved after 14 days, and do not use continuously for more than 3 months without medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use it for the first time?
Shake the bottle gently and prime the pump by spraying 10 times into the air until an even mist appears. Re-prime with 2 sprays if the spray has not been used for 14 days or more.
How long can I use it for?
Do not use it continuously for more than 3 months without speaking to a doctor. If your symptoms have not improved after 14 days, see a doctor.
Can children use it?
No. This spray is for adults aged 18 years and over only.
Is it a steroid?
Yes. Mometasone furoate is a corticosteroid. It works in the lining of the nose to reduce the inflammation that causes allergy symptoms.
Can I use it in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Speak to a doctor first. It should not be used in pregnancy unless a doctor decides the benefit justifies the risk, and the decision about breastfeeding should be made with a doctor.
How long does the bottle last once opened?
Use it within 2 months of first use. Do not store above 25°C and do not freeze.
Safety and storage
- Nosebleeds are common, as are headache, throat irritation and burning or irritation inside the nose.
- Contact a doctor if you get blurred vision or other eye problems, or if you develop a sore, white patch inside the nose.
- Contains benzalkonium chloride, which may cause irritation of the lining of the nose, particularly with long-term use.
- Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze. Use within 2 months of first use.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
This is a medicine. Always read the label and the Patient Information Leaflet before use. If symptoms persist, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.
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