Fluticasone Furoate

Information About Fluticasone Furoate

Uses of Fluticasone Furoate

Fluticasone furoate is commonly used to treat asthma, skin disorders, sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

How Fluticasone Furoate Works

Fluticasone Furoate exhibits its anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties by depressing the formation, release, and activity of endogenous chemical mediators of inflammation through the induction of inhibitory proteins and inhibition of the release of arachidonic acid.

Side Effects of Fluticasone Furoate

Infection, Visual disturbance, Delayed wound healing, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Headache, Dizziness, Hoarseness, Fatigue

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Fluticasone Furoate Related Warnings

Alcohol Safe

There is no clear contraindication of the consumption of alcohol when taking Fluticasone Furoate.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Fluticasone Furoate may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk due to very little systemic exposure.

Lactation Limited Data

Due to different form of preparation and limited data, it is not known wether Fluticasone Furoate is excreted into human breastmilk or not. Caution should be taken when using Fluticasone Furoate.

Driving Not advisable

It is not advisable to drive when taking Fluticasone Furoate due to its potential side effects such as headache and dizziness which can affect the ability to drive and concentrate.

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Fluticasone Furoate is safe to be used in patients with renal impairment and no dose adjustment is needed.

Liver Limited Data

Fluticasone Furoate is metabolised extensively by the liver and dosage adjustment is advisable for patient with hepatic impairment.