Fluticasone Furoate
Information about Fluticasone Furoate
Fluticasone furoate uses
Fluticasone Furoate is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
How fluticasone furoate works
Fluticasone Furoate is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Common side effects of fluticasone furoate
Headache, Nosebleeds, Nasal ulceration, Breathlessness, Pain in the nose, Nasal discomfort, Dry nose, Hypersensitivity, Nasal septal perforation
Available Medicine for Fluticasone Furoate
Expert advice for Fluticasone Furoate
- The right way to use the nasal spray:
- Shake the bottle before using the medicine.
- Clean your nose thoroughly before using the medicine.
- Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril.
- Direct the spray towards the sides of your nostril, away from the cartilage dividing the two sides of your nose.
- Breathe out gently through your mouth and repeat the same process for the other nostril.
- Avoid deep breathing as it will cause medication to go back to the throat and make it less effective.
- Do not share the bottle with anyone else so that you do not spread germs.
- Fluticasone Furoate should be avoided in patients with recent nasal ulcers, nasal surgery, or nasal trauma.
Frequently asked questions for Fluticasone Furoate
Fluticasone Furoate
Q. How does Fluticasone Furoate work?
Fluticasone Furoate is a corticosteroid, which works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.
Q. How long does Fluticasone Furoate take to start working?
The time required by Fluticasone Furoate to start showing its effects may differ from person to person. Usually, it starts showing relief within 8 hours of starting Fluticasone Furoate. It may even take several days before you see maximum benefits. In order to improve your symptoms faster, it is important to take the medicine regularly as it increases efficiency of the medicine.
Q. My friend developed a severe allergic reaction when she started Fluticasone Furoate. Could it be due to Fluticasone Furoate even though it is used for allergy purpose?
In very rare cases, Fluticasone Furoate can cause serious allergic reactions such as rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, throat, and tongue. It may also cause low blood pressure which may further cause lightheadedness and the patient may even faint. You should immediately contact your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms as it could be life threatening.