Key takeaways
Nasonex (mometasone) and Qnasl (beclomethasone) are both corticosteroid nasal sprays used to treat allergy symptoms, but they have some differences. Nasonex is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and by prescription, while Qnasl is only available by prescription. Nasonex can be used by children as young as 2 years old for OTC use, whereas Qnasl is approved for children 4 years and older. Each spray of Nasonex contains 50 mcg of mometasone, while Qnasl offers 80 mcg per spray for adults and 40 mcg per spray for children. Nasonex is used for both short-term allergy relief and long-term treatment of nasal polyps, while Qnasl is specifically for treating nasal symptoms caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. Both medications can cause side effects like nosebleeds and headaches, but Qnasl has a built-in counter to help you keep track of doses, which Nasonex lacks. Additionally, Qnasl's waterless mist formulation makes it less likely to drip down your throat compared to other nasal sprays.
