Nasonex?

[citycountryguy]

I sometimes use Nasonex prescribed by my ENT for spring allergies. I will be headed to Cozumel on Sunday, and am wondering if there are issues with its use prior to (including several days prior to), or concurrent with diving. I can call DAN, and will, but would love to hear some feedback from the pros here.

Thanks.

 

[spectrum]

I think that was one of the medications my wife and I have used as prescribed for the same reason. I requested something expressly to ensure a clear airway and never had a problem.

 

[Firefyter]

Not a pro by any means, but I start using Nasonex or something similar about a week before and then during any dive trip. I also take a 12 hour Sudafed at the beginning of every dive day just to keep things open. Never had any issues at all.

 

[Hatul]

It's a topical steroid (anti-inflammatory) and should cause no problems with diving.

 

[down4fun]

I have used Flonase, very similar to nasonex an inhaled steroid, for years while diving. No adverse effects.