The side effects of Flovent Diskus are:
Serious Side Effects:
- Mouth or throat fungal infection: To reduce the risk of mouth or throat fungal infection, rinse your mouth with water after using Flovent Diskus.
- Weakened immune system: There are chances of developing infections if you have a weak immune system.
- Reduced adrenal function: If you shift from oral corticosteroids to inhaled steroids like Flovent Diskus, it can cause adrenal insufficiency. It may even get worse due to stress.
- Serious allergic reactions: Symptoms may include rash, swelling of the face, mouth, and tongue, hives, and breathing difficulties.
- Bone thinning or weakness (osteoporosis).
- Slow growth in children: Flovent Diskus can slow the growth of children. Doctors should continuously monitor their growth.
- Eye problems: You should regularly have your eye check-ups to avoid conditions like glaucoma, increased eye pressure, cataracts, or vision changes.
- Increased wheezing (bronchospasm): Sudden wheezing can happen immediately after you use Flovent Diskus. You should always keep a rescue inhaler for such situations.
Common Side Effects:
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Fever
- Nose irritation
- Throat irritation
- Headache
- Upset stomach
- Nausea and vomiting
- Cough
This list does not include all the side effects of Flovent Diskus. You should immediately contact your doctor if you experience any side effects.
