Flohale 2mg Respule 5X2ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Fluticasone 2 mg
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT FLOHALE 2MG RESPULEFLOHALE 2MG RESPULE contains Fluticasone which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids (glucocorticoids). It is used to manage asthma attacks in people who require regular management. Asthma is a condition in which airways become inflamed, narrow, and swollen and produce extra mucus, making it difficult to breathe. The other symptoms are chest pain, cough and wheezing. Before using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE tell your doctor if you have had tuberculosis and were managed for the same. FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women. Contact your doctor before using. FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age and should be used with caution in children between 4 to 16 years of age. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for your child and will keep a check of the child’s height and modify the doses as required. Therefore, contact your child’s doctor before using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for your child. The most common
Uses
OF FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE it is used in management of asthma attacks in people who require regular management
How It Works
FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE causes vasoconstriction (constriction of blood vessels) and has an anti-inflammatory activity. It directly decreases the cells that cause inflammation such as eosinophils, monocytes, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells. FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE also decreases mucus gland secretions. Therefore, helping in reducing the inflammation and making it easier to breathe.
Directions for Use
Use FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE as advised by your physician. It is for inhalational use only. It is administered by nebulisation using a nebuliser (with a face mask or mouthpiece) which is connected to an air compressor. Your doctor will guide on how to use the nebuliser. Do not exceed the recommended dose of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE include candidiasis of mouth and tongue, hoarseness of voice, and sore tongue, or throat. Contact your doctor if any of these worsen or doesn’t improve. USES OF FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE it is used in management of asthma attacks in people who require regular management HOW FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE WORKSFLOHALE 2MG RESPULE causes vasoconstriction (constriction of blood vessels) and has an anti-inflammatory activity. It directly decreases the cells that cause inflammation such as eosinophils, monocytes, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells. FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE also decreases mucus gland secretions. Therefore, helping in reducing the inflammation and making it easier to breathe. DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE as advised by your physician. It is for inhalational use only. It is administered by nebulisation using a nebuliser (with a face mask or mouthpiece) which is connected to an air compressor. Your doctor will guide on how to use the nebuliser. Do not exceed the recommended dose of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF FLOHALE 2MG RESPULECOMMON candidiasis of mouth and throat pneumonia (in patients having Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) hoarseness of voice bruising sore tongue or throat RARE oesophageal candidiasis Stop using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: bronchospasm worsening of breathing or wheezing blurred vision or visual disturbances severe allergic reactions (symptoms include skin rashes, redness, itching, hives, swelling of face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat causing difficulty in breathing, itchy rash, feeling faint and light-headedness) symptoms such as tummy ache, diarrhoea, nausea, headache or drowsiness
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYFLOHALE 2MG RESPULE should be used with caution in pregnant women only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus. Contact your doctor before using. BREASTFEEDINGFLOHALE 2MG RESPULE should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the child. Contact your doctor before using. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESFLOHALE 2MG RESPULE is unlikely to affect your ability to drive and use machines. ALLERGYDo not use FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE if you are allergic to Fluticasone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE tell your doctor if you have: been managed for tuberculosis Use in Paediatrics: FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age and should be used with caution in children between 4 to 16 years of age. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for your child and will keep a check of the child’s height and modify the doses as required. Therefore, contact your child’s doctor before using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE for your child. Use in Geriatrics: FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE can be used in elderly patients. Consult with your doctor before using.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before using FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE, tell your doctor if you are taking, or have recently taken any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage HIV (Ex. ritonavir, cobicistat) medicine used to manage fungal infections (Ex. ketoconazole) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms include temporary suppression of adrenal function. SYNOPSIS Drug : Fluticasone Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroid Therapeutic Indication : Asthma Dosage Forms : Capsule, Cream, Inhaler, Innospray, Lotion, Nasal Spray, Nasal Drops, Ointment, Respules, Rotacaps, Spray MORE INFORMATION Keep FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE out of sight and reach of children. Store FLOHALE 2MG RESPULE at room temperature below 30°C
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Last Updated
09 Nov 2022