Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler is used in the treatment of asthma (wheezing and shortness of breath) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (a lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked). It relaxes the muscles of the air passages and making it easier to breathe.

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler1 and Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler2.

Uses of Fluticort F Inhaler

Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Benefits of Fluticort F Inhaler

In Treatment of Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler helps the lungs’ airways to stay open. It relaxes the muscles of these airways, making it easier for the air to get in and out. It relieves COPD symptoms, such as tightness in chest, shortness of breath, wheezing, and coughing, and helps you carry out daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Do not stop using it unless the doctor advises you.

Side effects of Fluticort F Inhaler

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fluticort F

Headache
Cough
Upper respiratory tract infection
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Sinus inflammation
Stomach discomfort
Fungal infection of oropharynx
Tremors
Palpitations
Voice change

How to use Fluticort F Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler one time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler

₹420.0/Inhaler

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₹488/inhaler

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Quick tips

Fluticort F Inhaler

Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
It should be taken at the same time each day.
It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler can lower blood potassium level.
Only miniscule amounts of Fluticort F 6mcg/125mcg Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

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References

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