Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I using RHINOCORT?
RHINOCORT contains the active ingredient Budesonide. RHINOCORT is used to prevent
and treat allergic rhinitis. This is an inflammation or swelling of the nose lining
which may cause blockage, runny nose, itching and/or sneezing. It is often caused
by allergy.
For more information, see Section
1. Why am I using RHINOCORT? in the full CMI.
2. What should I know before I use RHINOCORT?
Do not use if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Budesonide or any of the ingredients
listed at the end of the CMI.
Talk to your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, take any other medicines,
or are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
For more information, see Section
2. What should I know before I use RHINOCORT? in the full CMI.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
4. How do I use RHINOCORT?
TWO sprays into EACH nostril in the morning; or ONE spray into EACH nostril twice
a day (in the morning and evening).
It may take a few days (in rare cases after 2 weeks) of using Rhinocort before you
notice any improvement in your symptoms.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
5. What should I know while using RHINOCORT?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using RHINOCORT.
Ask your doctor to examine your nose from time to time to make sure the medicine is
working and to prevent unwanted side effects.
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Things you should not do
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Do not use Rhinocort to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not give Rhinocort to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.
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Driving or using machines
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Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how RHINOCORT
affects you
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Drinking alcohol
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Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
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Looking after your medicine
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Keep your Rhinocort in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 30 °C. Do
not freeze.
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6. Are there any side effects?
Side effects are usually mild and only last a short time. Corticosteroids taken through
the nose for long periods may affect how children grow. In rare cases, some children
may be sensitive to the growth effects of corticosteroids, so the doctor may monitor
a child’s height.
Active ingredient(s):
Budesonide
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using RHINOCORT. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using RHINOCORT.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I using RHINOCORT?
RHINOCORT contains the active ingredient Budesonide and is used to treat Allergic
rhinitis. RHINOCORT belongs to a family of medicines called corticosteroids, which are used
to help reduce inflammation.
Allergic rhinitis is an inflammation or swelling of the nose lining (which may cause
blockage, runny nose, itching and/or sneezing). This is often, but not always, due
to an allergy to something in the air (e.g. pollen, dust mites).
You may have symptoms only during spring or summer. This type of allergy is generally
due to various pollens and is commonly referred to as hayfever. Some people may experience
symptoms all year round. This is usually caused by house dust mites, pets or moulds
and is commonly referred to as perennial allergic rhinitis.
2. What should I know before I use RHINOCORT?
Warnings
Do not use RHINOCORT if:
you are allergic to Budesonide, or other corticosteroids or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine.
Check with your doctor if you:
have any other medical conditions
take any medicines for any other condition
you have frequent nose bleeds. These may be caused by your condition and still require
treatment.
you have severe nasal infections especially candidiasis (thrush)
Tell your doctor if you have or have had any of the following medical conditions:
nasal, sinus or chest infection
recent injury that has not healed or surgery to your nose
open sores in your nose
severe nasal congestion or obstruction
tuberculosis (TB) or have been exposed to someone who has tuberculosis, chicken pox
or measles
glaucoma
cataracts or have an eye infection
diabetes
It may not be safe for you to use Rhinocort if you have any of these conditions.
Tell your doctor, if you have allergies to any other medicines, foods, preservatives
or dyes.
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Check with your doctor if you are pregnant or intend to become pregnant.
Talk to your doctor if you are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines and Rhinocort may interfere with each other. These include:
other corticosteroid medicines for conditions such as asthma, allergies or skin rash.
These may include tablets, asthma inhalers, nasal sprays, or eye/nose drops.
medicines used to treat fungal infections (eg ketoconazole, itraconazole)
cimetidine, a medicine used to treat reflux and stomach ulcers
some antibiotic medicines (including erythromycin, clarithromycin).
These medicines may be affected by Rhinocort, or may affect how well it works. You
may need different amounts of Rhinocort, or you may need to use a different medicine.
Your doctor or pharmacist will advise you.
Your doctor and pharmacist have more information on medicines to be careful with or
avoid while using Rhinocort.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect RHINOCORT.
4. How do I use RHINOCORT?
How much to take
Your doctor may tell you to use doses that are different to those outlined below.
If so, follow your doctor's instructions.
ALLERGIC RHINITIS/HAYFEVER:
When you first start using Rhinocort:
The usual starting dose is:
TWO sprays into EACH nostril in the morning; or
ONE spray into EACH nostril twice a day (in the morning and evening).
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
It may take a few days (in rare cases after 2 weeks) of using Rhinocort before you
notice any improvement in your symptoms.
Once your symptoms improve:
After your allergies have improved, your doctor may tell you to reduce the dose of
Rhinocort. This may be ONE spray into EACH nostril in the morning.
NASAL POLYPS
(Adults 18 years and older):
The usual dose is:
ONE spray into EACH nostril twice a day (in the morning and evening).
How long to use it
Adults and children 12 years and older.
Continue using your Rhinocort for as long as your doctor tells you to.
Children 6-12 years of age
Talk to your child's doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than two
months a year.
How to use it
Each pack of Rhinocort contains an instruction leaflet that tells you the correct
way to use it. Please read the leaflet carefully.
If you do not understand the instruction leaflet, ask your doctor or pharmacist for
help.
Gently blow your nose before using Rhinocort.
Use only in your nose.
When to take / use RHINOCORT
To prevent symptoms, start using Rhinocort:
before the hayfever season; or
before coming into contact with something you know will cause your allergic rhinitis.
If you start using Rhinocort early, it will help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
If you forget to use RHINOCORT
RHINOCORT should be used regularly at the same time each day. If you miss your dose
at the usual time, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next
dose when you are meant to.
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed.
If you use too much RHINOCORT
If you think that you have used too much RHINOCORT, you may need urgent medical attention.
You should immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(by calling
13 11 26), or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
5. What should I know while using RHINOCORT?
Things you should do
Keep all of your doctor's appointments so that your progress can be checked.
If symptoms persist or worsen, or if new symptoms occur, stop use and see your doctor.
Ask your doctor to examine your nose from time to time to make sure the medicine is
working and to prevent unwanted side effects.
If you are about to be started on any new medicine, remind your doctor and pharmacist
that you are using Rhinocort.
Tell any other doctors, dentists, and pharmacists who treat you that you are using
Rhinocort.
If you become pregnant while using Rhinocort, tell your doctor
Remind any doctor, dentist or pharmacist you visit that you are using Rhinocort.
Things you should not do
Do not use Rhinocort to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to.
Do not give Rhinocort to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you.
Driving or using machines
Be careful before you drive or use any machines or tools until you know how RHINOCORT
affects you.
RHINOCORT may cause dizziness in some people
Drinking alcohol
Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol.
Looking after your medicine
Keep your Rhinocort in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 30 °C. Do
not freeze.
Follow the instructions in the carton on how to take care of your medicine properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example, do
not store it:
in the bathroom or near a sink, or
in the car or on window sills.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of date, take it to any pharmacy
for safe disposal.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most of
them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
Less serious side effects
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Less serious side effects
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What to do
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Headache
Dizziness
Tiredness
sneezing after spraying or irritated nose
nose bleeds
nasal crust
dry nose or mouth
itching or sore throat
cough
increased amount of sputum
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Speak to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects and they worry
you.
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The above list includes the more common side effects of your medicine. They are usually
mild and only last for a short time
Serious side effects
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Serious side effects
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What to do
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swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat which may cause difficulty in
swallowing or breathing
severe rash
an ulcer (open wound) in your nose
sign or symptoms of a nasal or sinus infection such as a persistent fever, pain or
swelling, or discoloured nasal discharges.
If you have any change in vision or have blurred vision.
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Call your doctor straight away, or go straight to the Emergency Department at your
nearest hospital if you notice any of these serious side effects.
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These may be serious side effects. You may need urgent medical attention. Serious
side effects are rare.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Corticosteroids taken through the nose for long periods may affect how children grow.
In rare cases, some children may be sensitive to the growth effects of corticosteroids,
so the doctor may monitor a child's height.
Ask your doctor to answer any questions you may have.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems . By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before
you decide to stop taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What RHINOCORT contains
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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64 mg Budesonide per dose
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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disodium edetate
potassium sorbate (E202)
glucose
dispersible cellulose
polysorbate 80 (E433)
purified water
hydrochloric acid (E507) may have been added to adjust the pH of the solution.
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Potential allergens
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potassium sorbate
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Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What RHINOCORT looks like
Rhinocort comes in a brown glass bottle containing approximately 50 (sample pack)
or 120 doses, with metered pump spray equipment and nasal adaptor. The 120 dose bottle
is available as a 1 (120 doses) or 2 bottle (240 dose) pack (2 bottles).
Rhinocort Aqueous 64 micrograms Nasal Spray - AUST R 75658
Rhinocort Aqueous 32 micrograms Nasal Spray- AUST R 75655
Who distributes RHINOCORT
Johnson & Johnson Pacific
AUSTRALIA · NEW ZEALAND
45 Jones Street, Ultimo NSW 2007
® Registered Trademark
Consumer Care Centre
Australia: 1800 029 979
New Zealand: 0800 446 147
Overseas Customers: +61 2 8260 8366
This leaflet was prepared in May 2023.
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