Mometasone
Sinuva is a corticosteroid-releasing implant designed to treat nasal polyps in adults who have previously undergone ethmoid sinus surgery. It is placed by a healthcare provider during a minor in-office procedure and gradually releases medication over approximately 90 days to reduce polyp size and nasal obstruction symptoms.
Sinuva is a sinus implant that delivers corticosteroids directly to nasal polyps to reduce their size and relieve congestion in adults with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1995984
- Generic
- Sinuva
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Sinuva is indicated for the treatment of nasal polyps in adult patients (18 years and older) who have had previous ethmoid sinus surgery. It helps reduce polyp size and relieve associated symptoms such as nasal congestion, obstruction, and difficulty breathing through the nose.
Sinuva contains mometasone furoate, a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties. The implant is placed directly into the ethmoid sinuses where it continuously releases the medication over several weeks, reducing inflammation and decreasing the size of nasal polyps.
Sinuva is inserted by a healthcare professional during a minor procedure and typically remains in place for up to 90 days before being removed or naturally expelled. Common side effects may include headache, epistaxis (nosebleeds), and nasopharyngitis. Patients should inform their doctor of any recent infections, nasal trauma, or planned vaccinations before placement.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 9, 2026. · Read our editorial policy