Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler

Information About Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler

Uses of Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler

Fluticasone furoate inhaler is commonly used to treat asthma, sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

How Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler Works

Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler exhibits its anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties by depressing the formation, release, and activity of endogenous chemical mediators of inflammation through the induction of inhibitory proteins and inhibition of the release of arachidonic acid.

Side Effects of Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler

Infection, Visual disturbance, Delayed wound healing, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Headache, Dizziness, Hoarseness, Fatigue

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no clear contraindication of the consumption of alcohol when taking Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk due to very little systemic exposure.

Lactation Limited Data

Due to different form of preparation and limited data, it is not known wether Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler is excreted into human breastmilk or not. Caution should be taken when using Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler.

Driving Not advisable

It is not advisable to drive when taking Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler due to its potential side effects such as headache and dizziness which can affect the ability to drive and concentrate.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler is safe to be used in patients with renal impairment and no dose adjustment is needed.

Liver Limited Data

Fluticasone Furoate Inhaler is metabolised extensively by the liver and dosage adjustment is advisable for patient with hepatic impairment.