Drug reference
fluticasone-formoterol
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Drug class
Respiratory (Combination(Respiratory))
Mechanism of action
Fluticasone propionate is a synthetic, trifluorinated glucocorticoid with potent anti-inflammatory activity in the lungs when given by inhalation. Formoterol fumarate is a long-acting selective β2 adrenergic receptor agonist. Inhaled formoterol fumarate acts locally in the lung as a bronchodilator.
Common side effects
- Rare: Dry mouth
- Rare: Blurred vision
- Rare: Oral candidiasis
Contraindications
- Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or acute episodes of asthma or COPD requiring intensive measures Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins or demonstrated hypersensitivity to fluticasone propionate, salmeterol, or any of the excipients
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fluticasone-formoterol?
fluticasone-formoterol belongs to: Respiratory.
How does fluticasone-formoterol work?
Fluticasone propionate is a synthetic, trifluorinated glucocorticoid with potent anti-inflammatory activity in the lungs when given by inhalation. Formoterol fumarate is a long-acting selective β2 adrenergic receptor agonist. Inhaled formoterol fumarate acts locally in the lung as a bronchodilator.
What are the common side effects of fluticasone-formoterol?
Rare: Dry mouth, Rare: Blurred vision, Rare: Oral candidiasis
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