Flovent - Fluticasone Oral Aerosol Inhaler Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Flovent.
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Read Before Using Flovent (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may take, especially of.

Flovent Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.

Flovent Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2-30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
• Keep from getting too cold or freezing.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Usage Instructions

• Make sure you understand how to use the inhaler properly.
• Shake the canister well before using.
• When using the inhaler for the first time, test the unit by spraying at least once into the air.
• A fine mist indicates that the inhaler is properly working.
• If the canister has a strap attached to the cap, leave this in place.
• It is recommended you use a spacer/holding chamber.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist about this.
• If using without a spacing device, place the canister near your mouth and exhale.
• Depress the canister as you inhale deeply.
• Hold your breath for a few seconds to allow the drug to be absorbed.
• Shake the inhaler again before using.
• If two inhalations are prescribed, wait at least one minute between inhalations.
• If using other inhalers, wait several minutes between the use of the inhalers and use this one (the corticosteroid) last.
• Gargle and rinse your mouth after using to help prevent dryness, relieve throat irritation and to prevent oral yeast infections.
• Do not swallow the rinse solution.
• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not use it more frequently without your doctor's approval.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause a cough, nasal congestion/pain, headache, unpleasant taste or hoarseness.
• If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Use the missed dose as soon as remembered.
• Use the remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals.

Medicinal Applications

• Inhaled corticosteroids work directly in the lungs to open airways and make breathing easier by relieving inflammation.
• This medication must be used regularly to prevent wheezing and shortness of breath caused by asthma, bronchitis or emphysema.
• This medication does not work immediately-therefore it does not relieve acute attacks.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).