Flonase and Nasonex with Afib

[Canuck808]

Is it safe for a person with Afib to use Flonase or Nasonex on a daily basis?
Do they contain stimulants that might trigger an Afib episode?

[Canuck808]

Thanks - I'll do that.

[LindaTX]

The thing that started me on the path to a-fib 13 yrs ago was ephedrine and pseudo-ephedrine as found (or used to be found) in Nyquil.  The ephedrine I got from Metabolife, a diet aid popular in the 90's.  I wouldn't touch that stuff with a ten foot pole now.  I'm not sure but I think epinephrine  might cause problems too.  Just always check the ingredients on the bottle and if there's any doubt call your Dr.s office or at least your local pharmacist.

[Canuck808]

Yes, I am very new to Afib as I have had only one episode. I was restored to normal sinus rythmn in a local hospital after about 5 hours.
That was three months ago. So far I have not had any other episodes.
I know that many cold remedies have Phenedrine and/or other stimlulants and I am wondering if any Afib patients out there take Nasonex or Flonase wihtout any problems.

[Jerry_NJ]

If you can associate in time the AFib with using either of the nasal aids, then I'd guess you may have the connection.  I don't know anything about either, but many cold/allergy medications can contribute to heart rhythm problems...including AFib.

Here I assume you are not tin constant/permanent AFib.   If you are, then you can't map the nasal aid with the episodes as they are constant.  

This is something worth asking you doctor/pharmacist to see what they say.  Also, read the precautions that come with the medications.