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Fluticosone, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Spray. Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Fluticosone have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fluticosone. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Fluticosone include Throat Irritation, Nausea or vomiting, Nosebleed. Some other side effects of Fluticosone have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fluticosone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Fluticosone's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Fluticosone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluticosone related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Fluticosone are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Fluticosone have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluticosone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Fluticosone is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluticosone is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Fluticosone safe for pregnant women?
Fluticosone can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Fluticosone, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Fluticosone safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Fluticosone as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Fluticosone on the Kidneys?
Fluticosone is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluticosone on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Fluticosone. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Fluticosone on the Heart?
Fluticosone can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Fluticosone should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fluticosone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluticosone habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fluticosone is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fluticosone will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluticosone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Fluticosone in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Fluticosone
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fluticosone together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluticosone
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fluticosone and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flonase (fluticasone propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 231
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 355-359
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flonase (fluticasone propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 231
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 355-359
