Drug reference
fluticasone
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Drug class
Respiratory (Inhaled Corticosteroids)
Mechanism of action
Potent anti-inflammatory corticosteroid with vasoconstrictive properties, Available in 2 salt forms, fluticasone propionate (Flix) and fluticasone furoate (Avamys).
Common side effects
- URI
- Headache
- Nasal ulceration, Candida albicans infection.
- Cataracts and glaucoma
- Skin: Pruritus, dryness.
Contraindications
- Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma where intensive measures are required Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins or demonstrated hypersensitivity to drug
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is fluticasone?
fluticasone belongs to: Respiratory.
How does fluticasone work?
Potent anti-inflammatory corticosteroid with vasoconstrictive properties, Available in 2 salt forms, fluticasone propionate (Flix) and fluticasone furoate (Avamys).
What are the common side effects of fluticasone?
URI, Headache, Nasal ulceration, Candida albicans infection., Cataracts and glaucoma, Skin: Pruritus, dryness.
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