duonase nasal spray - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐คฐ Pregnancy Category C
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 23, 2026
What is duonase nasal spray used for?
duonase nasal spray (Fluticasone Propionate (50mcg) + Azelastine (140mcg)) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Fluticasone Propionate (50mcg) + Azelastine (140mcg), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Fluticasone Propionate (50mcg) + Azelastine (140mcg)
- Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The Indian pharmaceutical market is expected to reach $130 billion by 2030.
๐ duonase nasal spray Uses & Benefits
- Duonase Nasal Spray is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.Duonase Nasal Spray should be used as you have been advised by your doctor.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than recommended.
- Normally you should blow your nose gently before using it, keep one nostril closed while applying the medicine into the other and then sniff hard to make sure it reaches deep into the nose.
- Then repeat for the other nostril.
- It provides relief very quickly and can last for several hours.
- If you use this medicine too often or for too long, it may worsen your symptoms rather than improve them.The most common side effects are taste change, nosebleeds, and headaches.
- Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time.
- Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person.
- It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
- Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease.
- You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Fluticasone Propionate (50mcg) + Azelastine (140mcg) |
| Brand Name | duonase nasal spray |
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take duonase nasal spray
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of duonase nasal spray
- Taste change
- Nosebleeds
- Headache
- Cough
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Dryness in mouth
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Sinus inflammation
- Stomach discomfort
- Fungal infection of oropharynx
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Voice change
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.