FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES

All Details About FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES

Description:

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to prevent and treat asthma. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing substances that cause inflammation of the airways. This widens the airways and makes breathing easier.

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES should be use in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so you should continue taking it even if you do not have any symptoms. If you stop taking it, your asthma may get worse.

To get the most benefit from this medicine, you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right. For normal hygiene, the mouthpiece of the inhaler should be cleaned weekly with a clean, dry tissue or cloth. You should not wash or put any part of the inhaler in water.

The most common side effects of this medicine include upper respiratory tract infection, sinus infection, throat irritation, bronchitis, and voice change. If you experienced any of these side effects, or any other symptoms which you believe are caused by the medicine, you should let your doctor know. In general, you should try to avoid situations that make your asthma worse or triggers it and try not to smoke. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Uses:

Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Directions For Use:

Employ this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Twist off the top of the respule/transpule and squeeze all the liquid into the nebulizer. It should be used right away after opening.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Fluticort

Upper respiratory tract infection
Sinus infection
Throat irritation
Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
Voice change

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

FAQs:

How does FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES work?

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.

How long does FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES take to start working?

The time FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES requires to start working differs from person to person. However, you may get relief within 8 hours of starting FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES. It may even take several days before you see maximum benefits. In order to improve your symptoms faster, it is important to take the medicine regularly to gain maximum benefit from the medicine.

My friend developed a severe allergic reaction when she started FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES. Could it be due to FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES even though it is used for allergy purposes?

In very rare cases, FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES can cause serious allergic reactions such as rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, throat and tongue. It may also cause low blood pressure which may further cause lightheadedness and the patient may even faint. If these symptoms occur, you should immediately contact your doctor because such allergic reactions can be life threatening.

My brother developed chickenpox while using FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES. Can FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES be responsible for chickenpox? What should be done?

Affirmative, it could be possible. The reason being, FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES is a corticosteroid, which weakens the immune system of the body, making the body prone to infections such as chicken pox. You should immediately stop the medication and contact the doctor. The doctor may consider treating it with antiviral agents.

What is FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES? What is it used for?

FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES is used to treat various allergic skin conditions such as eczema and atopic dermatitis. FLUTICORT 0.5MG RESPULES effectively reduces symptoms associated with such conditions such as swelling, itching and redness.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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