Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Rhinocort Aqua

A Multi-center, Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled, Parallel Group, Phase II Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of RHINOCORT AQUA (Budesonide) Nasal Spray 16mg, 32mg and 64mg Per Day Versus Placebo in Paediatric Subjects Ages 2-5 Years Old With Allergic Rhinitis.

The purpose of this study is to compare Rhinocort with placebo in pediatric subjects aged 2-5 years with allergic rhinitis to study effects on nasal symptoms such as sneezing, runny and stuffy noses.

Inclusion Criteria:

• In the opinion of the investigator, is a candidate for treatment with nasal steroids based on a history of either a) inadequate control of symptoms with antihistamines, decongestants and/or immunotherapy, or b) prior successful treatment with nasal steroids.
• A documented history of allergic rhinitis and a positive response to a skin prick test at Visit 1 or within the last 12 months for allergens that must be present in the subject's environment for the duration of the study.
• At randomisation having nasal symptom scores as defined by the protocol.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Primary or secondary adrenal insufficiency
• Nasal candidiasis, rhinitis medicamentosa, acute or chronic sinusitis, influenza, upper respiratory tract infection or structural abnormalities of the nose (e.g., septal deviation, nasal polyps) symptomatic enough to cause significant nasal obstruction as judged by the investigator.
• A diagnosis of asthma requiring treatment as specifies in the protocol.