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Pharmaranks rates Flonase Allergy Relief 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Flonase Allergy Relief (Fluticasone Propionate) is a corticosteroid used to treat Perennial Allergic Rhinitis.

Fluticasone Propionate · by Haleon US Holdings

Available as a generic: Fluticasone Propionate

72/100Limited · 1 source

Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Fluticasone Propionate
Drug class
Corticosteroid
Form
Spray/Inhaler, metered
Strength
Fluticasone Propionate 0.05MG/SPRAY
Type
Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand or generic
Brand-name
Manufacturer
Haleon US Holdings
FDA application
NDA205434

What is Flonase Allergy Relief?

From the FDA label:Uses Temporarily relieves these symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies: • nasal congestion • runny nose • sneezing • itchy nose • itchy, watery eyes

How to use

Directions • read the Quick Start Guide for how to: o prime the bottle o use the spray o clean the spray nozzle • shake gently before each use • use this product only once a day • do not use more than directed ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER • Week 1- use 2 sprays in each nostril once daily • Week 2 through 6 months- use 1 or 2 sprays in each nostril once daily, as needed to treat your symptoms • After 6 months of daily use – ask your doctor if you can keep using CHILDREN 4 TO 11 YEARS OF AGE • the growth rate of some children may be slower while using this product. Children should use for the shortest amount of time necessary to achieve symptom relief. Talk to your child’s doctor if your child needs to use the spray for longer than two months a year. • an adult should supervise use • use 1 spray in each nostril once daily CHILDREN UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE • do not use

Warnings

Important safety information

Only for use in the nose. Do not spray into your eyes or mouth. Do not use • in children under 4 years of age • to treat asthma • if you have an injury or surgery to your nose that is not fully healed • if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of the ingredients Ask a doctor before use if you have or had glaucoma or cataracts Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking • medicine for HIV infection (such as ritonavir) • a steroid medicine for asthma, allergies or skin rash • ketoconazole pills (medicine for fungal infection) When using this product • the growth rate of some children may be slower • stinging or sneezing may occur for a few seconds right after use • do not share this bottle with anyone else as this may spread germs • remember to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including this one Stop use and ask a doctor if • you have, or come into contact with someone who has, chicken pox, measles or tuberculosis • your symptoms do not get better within 7 days of starting use or you get new symptoms such as severe facial pain or thick nasal discharge. You may have something more than allergies, such as an infection. • you get a constant whistling sound from your nose. This may be a sign of damage inside your nose. • you get an allergic reaction to this product. Seek medical help right away. • you get new changes to your vision that develop after starting this product • you have severe or frequent nosebleeds If pregnant or breast –feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Drug class

How this class works, per Corticosteroids - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf.

May treat (source: NIH RxClass)

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Dosage forms

Spray/Inhaler, metered

The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Flonase Allergy Relief treat?
Flonase Allergy Relief (Fluticasone Propionate) may be used to treat perennial allergic rhinitis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
How does Flonase Allergy Relief work?
Flonase Allergy Relief is a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids mimic the body's natural stress hormone cortisol: they enter cells and bind a glucocorticoid receptor that switches off genes for inflammatory chemicals, calming swelling, redness, and an overactive immune response.
How is Flonase Allergy Relief rated?
pharmaranks gives Flonase Allergy Relief a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
Is there a coupon or discount for Flonase Allergy Relief?
pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Flonase Allergy Relief. To pay less, look for a store-brand version with the same active ingredient (Fluticasone Propionate), which is typically cheaper, and compare unit prices. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
Who makes Flonase Allergy Relief?
Flonase Allergy Relief is marketed by Haleon US Holdings. You can see Haleon US Holdings's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
Is Flonase Allergy Relief a brand-name or generic drug?
Flonase Allergy Relief is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Fluticasone Propionate. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Fluticasone Propionate are available — ask your pharmacist.
Is Flonase Allergy Relief available over the counter?
Yes. Flonase Allergy Relief is an over-the-counter (OTC) product — you can buy it without a prescription. Follow the label directions and ask a pharmacist if you're unsure whether it's right for you.
What forms does Flonase Allergy Relief come in?
Flonase Allergy Relief is currently marketed as spray/inhaler, metered, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
What class of drug is Flonase Allergy Relief?
Flonase Allergy Relief is classified as corticosteroid, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
Is Flonase Allergy Relief FDA-registered?
Flonase Allergy Relief is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA205434. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Has Flonase Allergy Relief been recalled by the FDA?
Flonase Allergy Relief has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
Is Flonase Allergy Relief safe?
There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Flonase Allergy Relief a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.

Clinical content sourced from the FDA label via openFDA (U.S. FDA). View the FDA label on DailyMed → Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.

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