Key facts about Fluticasone Furoate
What dosages is Fluticasone Furoate available in?
Fluticasone Furoate is available as an inhalation powder that contains 50 mcg, 100 mcg, or 200 mcg of fluticasone
furoate.
What is Fluticasone Furoate used for?
Fluticasone Furoate is a corticosteroid and is used to treat asthma.
How does Fluticasone Furoate work?
Fluticasone Furoate is an inhaled corticosteroid. It lowers inflammation in your lungs, which controls asthma and prevents asthma attacks.
How do I take Fluticasone Furoate?
Fluticasone Furoate is dosed as follows:
People aged 12 years and older: 1 puff or inhalation by mouth once daily. The starting dose on the inhaler is 100 mcg (micrograms). Sometimes your healthcare provider will increase the dose up to 200 mcg after 2 weeks if you need more help controlling your asthma.
Children aged 5 to 11 years old: 1 puff or inhalation (50 mcg) by mouth once daily
Is it safe for me to take Fluticasone Furoate?
Fluticasone Furoate is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have any of the following:
Primary treatment of status asthmaticus or acute episodes of asthma
requiring intensive measures.
• Severe hypersensitivity to milk proteins.
• Demonstrated hypersensitivity to any ingredients.
Fluticasone Furoate Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Fluticasone Furoate:
- Common cold
- Bronchitis
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Headache
- Flu
Fluticasone Furoate Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Fluticasone Furoate. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Status asthmaticus (when asthma attacks follow one another without pause) or other acute episodes of asthma requiring immediate attention
Serious allergic reactions
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Fluticasone Furoate
The following medications may interact with Fluticasone Furoate:
- Strong cytochrome P450 3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole): Use with
- caution. May cause systemic corticosteroid effects.
Who makes Fluticasone Furoate?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Fluticasone Furoate safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if ANORO ELLIPTA may harm your unborn baby. It should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
