{"id":493,"date":"2025-08-26T22:44:15","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T22:44:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/?post_type=product&#038;p=493"},"modified":"2025-09-05T08:26:40","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T08:26:40","slug":"rhinocort","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/rhinocort\/","title":{"rendered":"Rhinocort"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Medication Overview<\/h1>\n<p>Rhinocort is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/decadron\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"142\" title=\"Decadron\">corticosteroid<\/a> used to manage and alleviate symptoms of nasal allergies. It reduces <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/minocycline\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"63\" title=\"Minocycline\">inflammation<\/a> and is effective for treating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/claritin\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"56\" title=\"Claritin\">allergic rhinitis<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h1>Active Ingredient Information<\/h1>\n<p>The active ingredient in Rhinocort is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/entocort\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"170\" title=\"Entocort\">Budesonide<\/a>. Budesonide is known for its potent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/product\/differin\/\" data-internallinksmanager029f6b8e52c=\"48\" title=\"Differin\">anti-inflammatory<\/a> properties and its ability to reduce symptoms of nasal congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.<\/p>\n<h1>Available Forms<\/h1>\n<p>Rhinocort is available as a nasal spray. Each bottle typically provides a specific number of metered doses, ensuring consistent delivery of the medication.<\/p>\n<h1>Indications<\/h1>\n<p>Rhinocort is primarily indicated for the treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis. It helps in managing nasal symptoms such as itching, congestion, and sneezing.<\/p>\n<h1>Dosage Recommendations<\/h1>\n<p>The usual recommended dose for adults and children over six years is one spray in each nostril once daily. For maintenance, the dosage may be adjusted to the lowest effective dose.<\/p>\n<h1>Administration Instructions<\/h1>\n<p>Shake the bottle well before use. Prime the spray if using it for the first time or after a period of non-use. Insert the nozzle into a nostril, close the other nostril, and spray while gently inhaling through the nose.<\/p>\n<h1>Storage Conditions<\/h1>\n<p>Store Rhinocort at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Ensure the cap is tightly closed when not in use. Keep out of reach of children.<\/p>\n<h1>Pharmacodynamics<\/h1>\n<p>Budesonide, the active ingredient, works by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators from cells. This action significantly reduces the inflammatory response in nasal tissues, leading to symptom relief.<\/p>\n<h1>Pharmacokinetics<\/h1>\n<p>After nasal administration, Budesonide exhibits rapid absorption. The drug has a high first-pass metabolism in the liver, resulting in systemic bioavailability of approximately 33%. Its primary route of excretion is via the urine and feces.<\/p>\n<h1>Contraindications<\/h1>\n<p>Rhinocort is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to Budesonide or any of the excipients contained in the formulation. It should not be used in patients with untreated localized infections involving the nasal mucosa.<\/p>\n<h1>Drug Interactions<\/h1>\n<p>Budesonide is metabolized by the enzyme CYP3A4. Concurrent use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, such as ketoconazole, may increase systemic exposure to Budesonide and potentially enhance adverse effects.<\/p>\n<h1>Side Effects<\/h1>\n<p>Common side effects include nasal irritation, headache, and sore throat. Rare but serious side effects might involve nosebleeds and ulcerations in the nasal tissue.<\/p>\n<h1>Patient Monitoring<\/h1>\n<p>Patients using Rhinocort for extended periods should have their growth monitored, especially in children. Periodic assessment of nasal mucosa is advisable to detect any signs of local adverse effects.<\/p>\n<h1>Missed Dose Instructions<\/h1>\n<p>If a dose is missed, administer it as soon as possible. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume the regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.<\/p>\n<h1>Overdose Management<\/h1>\n<p>In the event of an overdose, symptomatic and supportive treatment is recommended. Due to the low systemic bioavailability of Rhinocort, an overdose is unlikely to cause life-threatening complications.<\/p>\n<h1>Instructions for Priming<\/h1>\n<p>When using Rhinocort for the first time, prime the spray by releasing five actuations into the air, away from your face. This ensures that the pump delivers the correct dose.<\/p>\n<h1>Microbiological Properties<\/h1>\n<p>The container and spray mechanism of Rhinocort are designed to minimize contamination. The unique formulation maintains sterility throughout its shelf life.<\/p>\n<h1>Patients with Liver Impairment<\/h1>\n<p>Caution is advised when prescribing Rhinocort to patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment as Budesonide metabolism may be affected, leading to increased systemic exposure.<\/p>\n<h1>Pregnancy and Lactation<\/h1>\n<p>Rhinocort should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Budesonide is excreted in human milk; thus, caution should be exercised when administered to nursing mothers.<\/p>\n<h1>Mode of Action<\/h1>\n<p>Budesonide acts on glucocorticoid receptors, promoting anti-inflammatory gene expression which reduces the release of inflammatory cytokines and other mediators from nasal epithelial cells.<\/p>\n<h1>Clinical Trials Efficacy<\/h1>\n<p>Clinical trials have demonstrated Rhinocort&#8217;s efficacy in reducing nasal symptom scores in patients with allergic rhinitis. The onset of action is generally within hours, with significant improvement observed within a week of consistent use.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><!DOCTYPE html><br \/>\n<html><br \/>\n<body><\/p>\n<p>Rhinocort is a nasal spray containing the active ingredient budesonide. It is also known by the name Rhinocort Aqua. This medication is used to treat nasal allergy symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.<\/p>\n<p><\/body><br \/>\n<\/html><\/p>\n<h2>Rhinocort Price<\/h2>\n<p>The common price range for Rhinocort lies between \u00a326.35 &#8211; \u00a363.92 per inhalers. This range is subject to the size of the packaging and the potency of the contained ingredients (1 or 10 mcg).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":523,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}}},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[354],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-493","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-asthma","7":"desktop-align-left","8":"tablet-align-left","9":"mobile-align-left","11":"first","12":"instock","13":"shipping-taxable","14":"product-type-external"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/493","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=493"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/523"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=493"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=493"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=493"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hamptonhealthpharmacy.co.uk\/online\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=493"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}