Fluticasone Propionate
About Fluticasone Propionate
Fluticasone Propionate belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).
Fluticasone Propionate contains fluticasone propionate. It calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Fluticasone Propionate provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
Fluticasone Propionate is for inhalation only. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to use Fluticasone Propionate based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, and fungal infection in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Fluticasone Propionate do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother. Before using Fluticasone Propionate, please tell your doctor if you have/had been treated for viral or fungal infections. Also, tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis (a type of lung infection). Fluticasone Propionate is not recommended for children below 4 years. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.
Uses of Fluticasone Propionate
Medicinal Benefits
Fluticasone Propionate contains fluticasone propionate, used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Fluticasone propionate belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by calming the immune system and reducing swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Fluticasone Propionate provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
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Side Effects of Fluticasone Propionate
- Headache
- Oral thrush (a fungal infection)
- Dry or sore throat, or hoarse voice
Drug Warnings
Do not take Fluticasone Propionate if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal suppression, bone density problems, impaired adrenal function, hypercorticism, tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, viral or parasitic infections, kidney or liver problems. Fluticasone Propionate is not recommended for children below 4 years.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug interactions: Fluticasone Propionate may interact with anti-fungal (ketoconazole) and HIV medications (ritonavir). Inform your doctor if you are taking any other steroid medicines.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hyperadrenocorticism (excess of adrenocortical hormones), infections (viral, bacterial or fungal), ocular herpes simplex, glaucoma, cataracts, bone problems, chickenpox, measles or tuberculosis.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if alcohol affects Fluticasone Propionate. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Fluticasone Propionate in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Fluticasone Propionate is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedFluticasone Propionate usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionFluticasone Propionate to be taken with caution in patients with hepatic disease.
Kidney
cautionLimited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Children
cautionThe safety and effectiveness of Fluticasone Propionate in children under the age of 4 have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Keep your hygiene in check and your surroundings neat.
- Include ginger in your daily intake. Anti-inflammatory chemicals in ginger help relax airway membranes.
- Stress weakens the immune system and increases the likelihood of being ill. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, practise deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
- Avoid certain foods that are known to trigger allergies.
- Processed foods and those high in sugar and fat should be avoided because they may trigger inflammation.
- Reduce your daily salt intake and replace it with herbs or spices such as garlic, ginger, and turmeric, which contain natural anti-inflammatory ingredients.
- Please avoid contact with dust as it might worsen your symptoms.
- Stop smoking; quitting smoking can significantly reduce the severity and frequency of your symptoms.
Special Advise
- Fluticasone Propionate might make your body prone to infections. So, getting in contact with people having chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis should be avoided.
- Regular bone mineral density tests are recommended while on treatment with Fluticasone Propionate.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. The asthma symptoms include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than two times a week and up to 4 nights a month, whereas, in severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).
FAQs
Fluticasone Propionate calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Fluticasone Propionate provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).
Fluticasone Propionate does not work right away. After 3 to 7 days of using Fluticasone Propionate, you may notice an improvement in the symptoms.
Fluticasone Propionate may cause oral thrush. To prevent this, after using Fluticasone Propionate, rinse your mouth or brush your teeth.
If you miss a dose of Fluticasone Propionate, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Please do not stop using Fluticasone Propionate on your own. Breathing problems may return if you suddenly stop using Fluticasone Propionate. Therefore, take Fluticasone Propionate for as long as your doctor has advised.
No, it is recommended not to use Fluticasone Propionate in TB patients. Using Fluticasone Propionate in TB patients may worsen the condition. Please consult the doctor and seek medical advice if you have any queries.
