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Flixotide Diskus 100 mcg contains Fluticasone Propionate, which is used to reduce inflammation in the lungs and prevents wheezing, shortness of breath, and Asthma attacks.
It is a preventer inhaler for those who experience lung inflammation, wheezing, coughing, and shortness of breath.
It also contains an inactive ingredient, Lactose Monohydrate.
Flixotide Diskus 100 mcg is a prescription-only drug purchased only with a doctor's recommendation.
Fluticasone Propionate, the active ingredient of Flixotide 100 Diskus, treats the symptoms of Asthma and helps prevent Asthma attacks.
Asthma is a disorder that inflames and constricts the airways and may increase mucus production.
It can make breathing difficult and cause coughing, wheezing (a whistling sound when exhaling), and shortness of breath.
Fluticasone Propionate is also potent in treating Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a lung disease that leads to airflow blockage and causes breathing-related problems.
Another strength of this inhaler is Flixotide Diskus 250mcg, which gets recommended for treating COPD along with long-acting Bronchodilators (such as long-acting Beta-agonists)
Fluticasone Propionate is the main salt of Flixotide Diskus.
Fluticasone Propionate belongs to a class of medicines called Corticosteroids.
Corticosteroids resemble Cortisol, a hormone produced by the Adrenal Glands in the human body. Cortisol has many essential biological functions, including inflammatory control.
Fluticasone decreases the generation of chemical messengers (Prostaglandins) that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways.
It has potent anti-inflammatory properties that effectively reduce lung inflammation.
Always follow your doctor's instructions regarding when to use your inhaler and how many puffs you should take each time
Flixotide is available in different strengths as well:
When taken with caution, Flixotide has minimal to no adverse effects. However, after using it, one may experience common issues, such as
These adverse effects are uncommon, and relatively few persons experience them.
Fluticasone Propionate, the active ingredient in Flixotide Diskus, may interact with other medications, diseases, and foods.
Learn about interactions between medicines to identify pairings patients should avoid.
In medicine-disease interactions, the medication used to treat one disease worsens the state of a patient suffering from another illness.
Some drug-disease interactions:
Before using, determine the following contraindications:
Flixotide contains a medicine called Fluticasone Propionate. It is a medication that belongs to the class of medicines known as Corticosteroids, also known as Steroids. They are different from "Anabolic Steroids," which athletes sometimes misuse.
Talk to your doctor for the best suggestion based on your medical condition. However, taking the usual dose in the range of 100 to 1000 micrograms is advisable twice daily.
This medication may induce Paradoxical Bronchospasm, worsening your breathing or wheezing. After taking this medication, consult your doctor immediately if you experience coughing, difficulty breathing, or wheezing.
Flixotide prevents asthma attacks in people who require regular treatment. This is why it is also known as a preventer.
Flixotide is indicated for the prevention of Asthma in adults and children older than one year of age.
