FAQ

Flovent starts to have an effect within 24 hours and it may require 1 to 2 weeks or even more after beginning Flovent for your asthma symptoms to improve. It's important to use Flovent consistently and as prescribed for better results.

Before starting Flovent medicine, it's important to have a conversation with your healthcare provider. Here are the things you should let them know:
Medical Conditions: Tell your healthcare provider if you have any health issues, such as:

• Liver problems.
• Weak bones (osteoporosis).
• Immune system problems.
• Eye problems like glaucoma, high eye pressure, cataracts, or changes in your vision.
• Any infections, whether viral, bacterial, or fungal.
• If you've been around someone with chickenpox or measles.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby, or if you are breastfeeding, inform your healthcare provider because it's not clear whether Flovent is safe for you in such cases.
Medications: Make sure to share a list of all the medicines you are taking, including both prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements. This is crucial because Flovent can interact with certain medications, potentially leading to serious side effects. Pay particular attention to informing your healthcare provider if you are using antifungal or anti-HIV medicines.

1. Store Flovent at room temperature, specifically between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C). Make sure to keep the mouthpiece facing downward.
2. The contents of your Flovent inhaler are pressurized, so do not puncture the canister. Do not use or store it near sources of heat or open flames. The canister can burst in high temperatures specifically above 120°F.
3. Never dispose of Flovent by throwing it into a fire or incinerator.
4. When the counter on your Flovent inhaler reads 000, it is safe to dispose of it in the trash.
5. Keep Flovent, like all medications, out of the reach of children to ensure their safety.

Serious side effects include:

• Fungal Infection in Mouth or Throat (Thrush): After using Flovent, it's important to rinse your mouth with water without swallowing to reduce the risk of developing thrush. This is the most common side effect associated with Flovent.
• Weakened Immune System and Increased Infection Risk (Immunosuppression): Flovent may weaken your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections.
• Reduced Adrenal Function (Adrenal Insufficiency): Adrenal insufficiency can occur when transitioning from oral corticosteroid medicines (like prednisone) to an inhaled steroid (such as Flovent). It can worsen during stressful situations and may even be life-threatening. Symptoms include fatigue, nausea, low blood pressure, and weakness.
• Serious Allergic Reactions: Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling of the face, mouth, or tongue, hives, or breathing difficulties.
• Bone Thinning or Weakness (Osteoporosis): Prolonged use of Flovent can lead to bone thinning or weakness.
• Slowed Growth in Children: Children using Flovent should have their growth regularly monitored by a healthcare provider.
• Eye Problems: Regular eye exams are recommended while using Flovent to monitor for issues such as glaucoma, increased eye pressure, cataracts, or changes in vision.
• Increased Wheezing (Bronchospasm): In some cases, increased wheezing may occur immediately after using Flovent. It's important to have a rescue inhaler on hand to address sudden wheezing.

Common side effects of Flovent include:

• Oral thrush
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Diarrhea
• Cough
• Throat irritation
• Difficulty speaking
• Persistent cough
• Headache
• Sinus irritation

Please consult your doctor for medical advice regarding any side effects.

Clean your inhaler once a week after your evening dose to keep it working well. Even if you don't see medicine buildup, it's important.
Step 1: Remove the Cap
Take off the cap from the mouthpiece. Keep the canister inside the plastic part.

Step 2: Use a Damp Cotton Swab

• Dampen a cotton swab with water.
• Gently clean the small, circular opening where the medicine comes out. Twist the swab to remove any medicine.
• Use a new damp swab to ensure there's no leftover medicine.

Step 3: Wipe Inside

• Use a damp tissue to wipe the inside of the mouthpiece.
• Let the plastic part dry overnight.

Step 4: Put on the Cap

• Once it's dry, put the cap back on the mouthpiece.

No, it can't replace a rescue inhaler. It is not helpful for the sudden asthma attacks. You should always have your quick-acting bronchodilator (emergency inhaler) with you to handle sudden asthma attacks.

Yes, Flovent and similar medicines called inhaled corticosteroids can slow down the child’s growth. So, it's important for the doctor to keep an eye on your child's growth regularly if they are using Flovent.

Do not stop Flovent without your doctor's guidance. Continuing treatment helps prevent symptoms from returning.

Flovent [package insert]. Research Park Triangle, NC: GlaxoSmithKline; 2019.

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