Fluticasone Propionate Diskus Inhaler is an inhaled corticosteroid used as maintenance or controller treatment for asthma. Inhaled corticosteroids, such as fluticasone, are the most effective anti-inflammatory medications for asthma. Inhaled corticosteroids reduce asthma symptoms, increase lung function, reduce airway hyperresponsiveness, improve quality of life, and reduce risk of asthma-related exacerbations or hospitalizations. The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) endorses using inhaled fluticasone for asthma.
- Fluticasone oral inhalation is an inhaled corticosteroid used as maintenance or controller treatment for asthma.
- Significantly fewer side effects than oral steroids
- Should be administered at the same time daily
- Rinse mouth with water (without swallowing) after each use
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Fluticasone Propionate Diskus Inhaler Side Effects
Fluticasone Propionate Diskus Inhaler potential side effects may include: oral candidiasis, fatigue, headache, malaise, arthralgia, nasal congestion, rhinitis, sinusitis, throat irritation, upper respiratory tract infection.
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