Fluticasone

Uses	Allergic rhinitis
Therapy	Anti-Allergic
Side Effects	Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, fever, cough, altered smell or taste sensations, dryness of nose

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Molecule Description

Fluticasone is a steroid medicine. It is used for the treatment and management of allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nose's inner mucous membrane), and seasonal allergic conditions such as sneezing, runny, stuffy nose, watery eyes, etc. This medicine acts by inhibiting the release of inflammatory chemical substances. You should use this medicine as advised by your doctor but do not use it more often or for longer than recommended. Before using this medicine blow your nose and apply this medicine to each nostril. Pump the spray in one nostril and breathe in deeply so that it reaches deep into the nose. You should follow your doctor's advice for the exact method to use this spray.

Uses

Fluticasone is used to manage and treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis like sneezing, runny, stuffy or itchy nose, teary eyes, etc.

Contraindications

When should one not use Fluticasone

If you are allergic to fluticasone or any other ingredients of Fluticasone.
If your child is below 4 years old.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Fever
Cough
Altered taste
Loss of smell

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

As there is limited information available about the use of Fluticasone in pregnant women, consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe it to you if considered essential after assessing the benefits and its need.

Breast Feeding

As there is limited information available about the use of Fluticasone in a breastfeeding woman, consult your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe it to you if considered essential after assessing the benefits and its need.

Driving

Fluticasone may make you dizzy and blur your vision. Thus, you should either be cautious or avoid driving while using this medicine.

Alcohol

There is no known interaction with alcohol and Fluticasone. However, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of drinking regularly.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have asthma.
You have had any nose injury or operation.
You are suffering from a nose infection.
This medicine when used in children may cause growth retardation. Thus, it is necessary to keep monitoring the height of children receiving prolonged treatment with Fluticasone.
Continue using this medicine even if you may not feel that better right away, as it may take a few days for this medicine to work.
Fluticasone should not be used in children below 4 years of age.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Fluticasone works by blocking certain natural substances in the body that cause inflammation and allergic reactions, reducing itching, redness, swelling.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Fluticasone may interact with other medicines. Discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination schedule.
Medicines like ritonavir (used to treat HIV infection) should not be used concomitantly along with this medicine unless necessary, as it is known to cause some severe side effects.
Concomitant use of Fluticasone along with ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to treat fungal infections), cobicistat-containing medicines and steroids should be avoided as you may be at an increased risk of having side effects.

Interactions with food items

It can be used without concern for dietary restrictions related to food intake.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess of Fluticasone may lead to symptoms like fever, shaking, chills, headache, diarrhoea, cramping, vomiting, weakness, fatigue, weight gain. Seek urgent medical help if you experience any of these symptoms or feel you have used too much of this medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose, use it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The safety data of this medicine is not established during pregnancy. Thus, it should not be used unless it is prescribed by your doctor.

Yes, it is safe if used as prescribed by the doctor. Using it too frequently and for a prolonged duration can increase the risk of you having side effects.

No, you should not stop taking Fluticasone unless it is advised by the doctor, even if you are feeling good. If you stop taking this medicine, the symptoms may come back.

Yes, Fluticasone is a steroid medicine that helps improve the symptoms of nose allergy (allergic rhinitis) when used as advised by your doctor.

No, Fluticasone should not be used to treat the common cold. This medicine is meant to be used only for allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis, hay fever, seasonal allergic conditions, etc. Common cold can be due to viral infection and this medicine is ineffective against such infection. Do not self-medicate.

You should use Fluticasone as advised by your doctor or follow the instruction mentioned in the leaflet. Clean your nose by gently blowing over a handkerchief or tissue. Tilt your head forward in the upright position and insert the tip into the affected nose.

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