Flutica 27.5 mcg/spray (Nasal Spray)

120 metered sprays: ৳ 275.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Fluticasone furoate
Company Aristopharma ltd

Indications

  • Treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
  • Maintenance treatment of asthma in patients aged 5 years and older

Description

  • Synthetic fluorinated corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory activity
  • Aqueous suspension of microfine Flutica for topical administration to the nasal mucosa
  • Necessary to prime the pump before first use or after a period of non-use
  • Each bottle provides 120 metered sprays
  • Instruction for discarding after 120 metered sprays

Pharmacology

  • Potent anti-inflammatory activity
  • Wide range of actions on multiple cell types and mediators involved in inflammation

Dosage

  • Dosage instructions for adults, children over 12 years, children 2-11 years, and children under 2 years
  • Dosage instructions for inhalation capsule in adults, adolescents, and pediatric patients aged 5-11 years
  • Recommended starting dosage based on asthma severity
  • Maximum recommended daily dose for adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older
  • Instructions for dosage regimen re-evaluation
  • Importance of titrating to the lowest effective dosage

Administration

  • Instructions for using the nasal spray
  • Instructions for cleaning the nasal spray

Interaction

  • Information about potent inhibitors of CYP3A4 increasing exposure to Flutica
  • Cautions and instructions for priming the device

Contraindications

  • Clear contraindication in patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredients

Side Effects

  • Side effects observed with nasal spray and inhalation capsule

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Pregnancy category C
  • Caution advised in lactation due to potential excretion in human breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Rare hypersensitivity reactions and contact dermatitis
  • Rare instances of wheezing, nasal septum perforation, cataracts, glaucoma, and increased intraocular pressure
  • Systemic effects versus recommended doses
  • Caution against larger than recommended doses

Use in Special Populations

  • Dose selection for the elderly patient
  • Use in patients with severe hepatic impairment
  • No dosage adjustment required in patients with renal impairment

Therapeutic Class

  • Nasal steroid preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Temperature and storage instructions
  • Protection from light and moisture
  • Keeping out of the reach of children

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