Tag: Veramyst

According to the FDA, generic medications must contain the same active ingredient, strength, and dosage form as their brand-name counterparts. The active ingredient in Flonase Sensimist is fluticasone furoate, and a generic version of this corticosteroid is available over-the-counter for allergy relief.

While both are corticosteroid nasal sprays used to treat allergic rhinitis, Veramyst and Flonase are not the same medication and contain different active ingredients. One of the most significant differences is that the prescription-only Veramyst has been discontinued in the U.S. and replaced by an over-the-counter (OTC) version called Flonase Sensimist.

Nasal steroid sprays are a first-line treatment for allergic rhinitis, with millions of users seeking relief from congestion and sneezing [1.2.6]. Contrary to some confusion, the over-the-counter product **FLONASE SENSIMIST is not being discontinued** and remains widely available as of September 2025 [1.3.6, 1.3.7].

Veramyst, once a prescription nasal spray, was used to treat symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in patients aged 2 years and older. However, the brand name Veramyst has been discontinued in the U.S., replaced by the over-the-counter (OTC) product Flonase Sensimist.