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Benacort Nasal Spray contains 64 micrograms of budesonide per spray, a corticosteroid used to relieve nasal inflammation. It is designed to treat symptoms of hay fever and nasal allergies, including sneezing, itching, congestion, and a runny nose. Benacort Nasal Spray reduces swelling in the nasal passages and helps prevent symptoms when used regularly.
| Medication Name | Benacort Nasal Spray |
| Active Ingredient | Budesonide |
| Strength | 64 micrograms per spray |
| Medication Form | Metered nasal spray |
| Used to Treat | Hayfever and nasal allergy symptoms |
| Available Sizes | 60-spray bottle or 120-spray bottle |
| Who Can Use It | Adults aged 18 years and over |
| Prescription Required? | No – Pharmacy (P) medicine |
| How to Use | Use once or twice daily.
Once daily: Two sprays into each nostril in the morning. Reduce to one spray per nostril as symptoms improve. Twice daily: One spray per nostril in the morning and evening. Reduce to one spray each morning when symptoms settle. Do not exceed two sprays into each nostril per day. |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Benacort Nasal Spray Patient Information Leaflet |
Benacort Nasal Spray is used to treat allergic rhinitis symptoms, including hay fever. It helps relieve:
The spray works by reducing inflammation inside your nose, which helps prevent these symptoms from developing when you’re exposed to allergens like pollen, dust mites, or pet dander.
Benacort Nasal Spray contains budesonide, a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation in your nasal passages. When you breathe in allergens, your immune system releases chemicals that cause swelling and irritate your nose. Budesonide works by calming this immune response, reducing the inflammation that leads to congestion, sneezing, and other allergy symptoms.
Regular use helps prevent symptoms from developing in the first place, making it particularly effective when used consistently during allergy season.
Benacort Nasal Spray is suitable for adults aged 18 and over who need relief from hay fever and nasal allergy symptoms.
Do not use Benacort Nasal Spray if you:
You should speak to a doctor or pharmacist before using it if you:
If any of these apply to you, get advice before using Benacort Nasal Spray.
Before first use: Shake the bottle, remove the cap, and pump the nozzle 5-10 times into the air until you see an even mist. If more than 24 hours passes between doses, re-prime with one spray.
Use Benacort regularly for the full effect. You may not notice improvement for the first few days. If your symptoms aren’t controlled after 14 days, speak to your doctor or pharmacist. Do not use continuously for longer than 3 months.
Like all medications, Benacort Nasal Spray may cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them.
Stop using Benacort Nasal Spray and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
For a complete list of possible side effects, refer to the Patient Information Leaflet.
If you experience any side effects from using Benacort Nasal Spray, whether listed here or not, tell your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly through the Yellow Card Scheme, which helps improve safety information for this medication.
Active ingredient: Budesonide 64 micrograms per spray
Other ingredients: Disodium edetate, potassium sorbate (E202), glucose, microcrystalline cellulose (E460), carboxymethylcellulose sodium (E466), polysorbate 80 (E433), hydrochloric acid, purified water
Yes, budesonide is a corticosteroid. Benacort Nasal Spray contains budesonide, a medication that belongs to a class of medications called corticosteroids. These work by reducing inflammation in your nasal passages to relieve allergy symptoms. Unlike steroid tablets, nasal sprays like Benacort work locally in your nose, which means they’re less likely to cause the side effects associated with oral steroids.
Benacort Nasal Spray doesn’t provide instant relief. You may not notice any improvement for the first few days of treatment, as it takes time for the anti-inflammatory effects to build up. The full benefit usually develops after a few days of regular use. For best results, start using Benacort before you’re exposed to allergens – for example, before pollen season begins if you have hay fever.
Benacort Nasal Spray is designed for daily use during allergy season. Regular daily use is actually more effective than using it only when symptoms appear, as it helps prevent symptoms from developing in the first place. However, you should not use it continuously for longer than 3 months without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Dr Hussain Ahmad on 27th February 2026.
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