Drug reference
fluticasone-vilanterol
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Drug class
Respiratory (Combination(Respiratory))
Mechanism of action
Vilanterol: Long-acting selective beta2-adrenergic agonist (LABA); causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation; Fluticasone furoate (FF): Long-acting inhaled trifluorinated corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory activity.
Common side effects
- Nasopharyngitis
- Headache
- Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Contraindications
- Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of COPD or asthma where intensive measures are required Hypersensitivity to drug, any components/excipients, or milk proteins
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fluticasone-vilanterol?
fluticasone-vilanterol belongs to: Respiratory.
How does fluticasone-vilanterol work?
Vilanterol: Long-acting selective beta2-adrenergic agonist (LABA); causing bronchial smooth muscle relaxation; Fluticasone furoate (FF): Long-acting inhaled trifluorinated corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory activity.
What are the common side effects of fluticasone-vilanterol?
Nasopharyngitis, Headache, Oropharyngeal candidiasis
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