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Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler

Generic name: Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler [ floo-TIK-a-sone ]
Brand name: Flovent HFA
Drug class: Inhaled corticosteroids

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 11, 2024.

Uses of Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler?

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with fluticasone HFA aerosol inhaler.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take fluticasone HFA aerosol inhaler with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler?

How is this medicine (Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler) best taken?

Use fluticasone HFA aerosol inhaler as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

prednisone, fluticasone, dexamethasone, budesonide, Symbicort, prednisolone, Ventolin HFA, Breo Ellipta, Ventolin, Dupixent

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

What are some other side effects of Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Fluticasone HFA Aerosol Inhaler?

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