Key takeaways
Flovent (fluticasone) and Nasonex (mometasone) are both corticosteroids, but they are used for different conditions and administered differently. Flovent is an inhaled medication used to manage asthma by reducing lung inflammation and keeping airways open. It is available only by prescription and comes in two forms: Flovent HFA and Flovent Diskus. You need to use it twice a day, and it is not suitable for treating sudden asthma attacks. On the other hand, Nasonex is a nasal spray used to treat and prevent allergy symptoms and nasal polyps. It is available both over-the-counter and by prescription. Nasonex is typically used once a day and can be used by children as young as 2 years old for allergy symptoms. While both medications can cause side effects like headaches and infections, Flovent may also lead to oral thrush if you don't rinse your mouth after use, and Nasonex can cause nosebleeds and nasal injuries with long-term use.
