Fluticasone propionate is generally used in treatment of allergy symptoms, asthma, oral lichen planus, severe allergic reactions and skin disorders
Side effects
Application site reactions (burning
irritation
itching and redness)
How to use
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. For directions before use, please check the label. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray away from the cartilage diving the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat in the other nostril.
How it works
Fluticasone propionate is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Fluticasone propionate an antibiotic/steroid/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinergic drug? Fluticasone propionate is a steroid but not an antibiotic/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinerhic/decongestant drug.It is used to treat nasal congestion (decongestant) and other symptoms caused by allergies or conditions like asthma
Q. Does it contain sulfa? It does not contain sulfa
Q. Is Fluticasone propionate available over the counter? No. Fluticasone propionate is a prescription drug. It is not available over the counter
Q. Is Fluticasone propionate the same as Nasonex/Flonase? Fluticasone propionate is also available in the branded form as Flonase nasal spray
Q. Does it contain acetaminophen? However, Nasonex consists of another drug called Mometasone also used for treating nasal allergies. Acetaaminofen is a different medication
Q. What is used for? Fluticasone (in the form of inhaler) is used to treat symptoms of asthma and nasal inflammation such as coughing, wheezing, blocked nose, runny nose
Q. Is Fluticasone propionate used for cold? It is also used as topical cream to treat various skin allergies and infections. It is not used for common cold
Q. Can I take Fluticasone propionate with Benadryl/Sudafed/Zyrtec/ Afrin/Allegra/Mucinex? Yes. Fluticasone propionate may be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/Sudafed (pseudoephedrine)/Zyrtec (cetrizine)/ Afrin (oxymetazoline)/Allegra (fexofenadine)/Mucinex (guaifenesin) if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Fluticasone propionate propionate cause weight gain/drowsiness/ wakefulness? Fluticasone propionate may cause weight gain since it is a steroid drug. It may cause drowsiness or wakefulness. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Fluticasone propionate addictive? No. Fluticasone propionate is not an addictive or a controlled/banned substance
Q. Dose Fluticasone propionate cause nose bleeds? Yes. The most common and expected side-effect of Fluticasone propionate nasal spray/inhaler is nose bleeding. If your bleeding is more or does not stop, please consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Fluticasone propionate if I have high blood pressure? It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking Fluticasone propionate if you have high blood pressure.
Expert Advice
Fluticasone propionate is used to treat a variety of conditions that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.Fluticasone propionate can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Fluticasone propionate. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.Do not stop taking Fluticasone propionate suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Product Details
SKU: PC-55352 Product Description: Zoflut Cream 10 gm is manufactured by Cipla Ltd Packing: Tube Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.