GSK Consumer Healthcare announces availability of OTC children's Flonase Allergy Relief

Available without a prescription, Children's Flonase is an over-the-counter (OTC) nasal spray approved to offer relief of allergy symptoms including runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, congestion, and itchy, watery eyes. Children's Flonase is a safe, non-habit forming way for children ages four and older to get relief from their nose- and eye-related allergy symptoms. Its active ingredient, fluticasone propionate, has been the No. 1 pediatrician-prescribed nasal allergy medicine for more than 5 years.

The survey of more than 1,000 parents of children (ages 4–11) with allergies provides insights into the challenges of helping to manage their children's symptoms. The results found that 67% of parents have limited their child's time outside during allergy season, and with so many treatment options, 38% of parents said they find it difficult to pick an OTC allergy medicine.

"I see a lot of parents come in whose children are suffering from seasonal or year-round allergies," said Rebecca Newman, a Chicago-area pediatrician with 25 years of practice experience and mother of two boys. "Parents often make accommodations in their children's daily activities, like limiting their time spent outdoors. What they don't realize is that keeping children in a sterile environment does not guarantee that they'll stay allergy-free, and there are products available that block allergy triggers so children can continue enjoying their favorite activities."

Children's Flonase works differently from single-ingredient antihistamines, because it blocks six allergic substances instead of just one. It reduces inflammation and relieves allergy symptoms caused by pollen, mold spores, dust mites and pet dander.