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Metaspray Nasal Spray is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Spray. Secondary and off-label uses of Metaspray Nasal Spray have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metaspray Nasal Spray. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Metaspray Nasal Spray include Headache, Pharyngitis, Throat Irritation. Normally, these side effects of Metaspray Nasal Spray are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Metaspray Nasal Spray has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Metaspray Nasal Spray's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metaspray Nasal Spray related warnings section.
Metaspray Nasal Spray can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metaspray Nasal Spray in conditions like Allergy.
Drug reaction of Metaspray Nasal Spray with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metaspray Nasal Spray, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metaspray Nasal Spray is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Metaspray Nasal Spray safe for pregnant women?
Metaspray can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Metaspray, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Metaspray Nasal Spray safe during breastfeeding?
Metaspray is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Metaspray Nasal Spray on the Kidneys?
Metaspray does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metaspray Nasal Spray on the Liver?
Using Metaspray does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Metaspray Nasal Spray on the Heart?
You can take Metaspray without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metaspray Nasal Spray unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metaspray Nasal Spray habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Metaspray Nasal Spray is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Metaspray Nasal Spray does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Metaspray Nasal Spray is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metaspray Nasal Spray in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metaspray Nasal Spray
It is safe to take Metaspray Nasal Spray with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metaspray Nasal Spray
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Metaspray Nasal Spray and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Metaspray is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
Yes, Metaspray is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Metaspray is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
No, Metaspray is not indicated to be used for herpes. Metaspray is used for treating skin rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Herpes is a viral infection caused by the Herpes simplex virus. Symptoms could be cold sores, blisters, ulcers, vaginal discharge, and pain while urinating. Prescription antiviral medicines for the treatment might include acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir.
No, Metaspray should not be used on a diaper rash as the diaper might contain an occlusive dressing which might be air and water tight causing an irritant effect on the skin of a child. Diaper rash appears as an inflamed skin portion (also known as dermatitis) on the bottoms of a baby. It develops because of wet and infrequently changed diapers, chafing and also because of the skin sensitivity. It can be cured by using good quality diapers, air drying, frequent changing of the diapers and using an ointment containing ingredients like zinc oxide, calendula, etc.
Yes, Metaspray comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
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