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Fluticort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Respules. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Fluticort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fluticort. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Fluticort include Throat Irritation, Nausea or vomiting, Nosebleed. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fluticort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fluticort are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Fluticort has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Fluticort's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluticort related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Fluticort have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Fluticort have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluticort, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Fluticort 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Fluticort safe for pregnant women?
Fluticort may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Fluticort, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Fluticort safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Fluticort for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fluticort on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Fluticort on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fluticort on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fluticort. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fluticort on the Heart?
Fluticort may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Fluticort 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 Fluticort unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluticort habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fluticort has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Fluticort as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fluticort only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fluticort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fluticort
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fluticort, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluticort
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fluticort.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
