What is fluticasone (Armonair)
Fluticasone is a prescription medication used to reduce asthma symptoms. The oral inhalation form of fluticasone is a powder or aerosol administered via an inhaler.
Fluticasone is available in its generic form or under brand names like Arnuity Ellipta and Armonair. It is only available via prescription from a licensed health care provider.
What are the common side effects of fluticasone (Armonair)?
Using fluticasone has been shown to cause some side effects. Talk to your health care provider if these adverse reactions become severe or do not go away within a few days.
Common side effects include headache, stuffy or runny nose, and coughing.
This is not a complete list of side effects. If you are concerned about additional side effects, please contact your provider directly.
Fluticasone is a prescription medication used to reduce asthma symptoms. The oral inhalation form of fluticasone is a powder or aerosol administered via an inhaler.
Fluticasone is available in its generic form or under brand names like Arnuity Ellipta and Armonair. It is only available via prescription from a licensed health care provider.
When administered as an inhalant, fluticasone is used to reduce asthma symptoms.
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory condition that narrows and irritates the lungs' airways. Affecting nearly 24 million Americans, asthma is a widespread but non-contagious respiratory disease that usually begins in childhood and continues into adulthood. Asthma may vary in severity from person to person.
Common symptoms of asthma include:
It is important to note that fluticasone will not cure asthma, nor will it help with an asthma attack that is already occurring. It is used to minimize the symptoms above and lower your asthma attack risk.
Fluticasone is classified as a corticosteroid. Corticosteroids work to treat asthma symptoms by reducing inflammation in the airways.
When you have asthma, your airways can become swollen and narrow, making breathing difficult. Fluticasone helps to calm down this inflammation. It does this by blocking certain chemicals that trigger the inflammation response in your lungs. As a result, your airways become less swollen, making breathing easier and reducing other symptoms like wheezing and coughing.
Fluticasone is prescribed for symptom relief and as a preventative measure against asthma attacks. It will not cure asthma or stop an asthma attack already in progress.
Fluticasone has been shown to cause mild side effects. Talk to a health care provider if these adverse reactions become severe or do not go away after a few days.
Mild side effects reported from fluticasone use include:
More serious side effects include:
Seek medical attention immediately if you notice any of these symptoms. These are signs of a severe adverse reaction or overdose requiring medical treatment.
As with all medications, inform your prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have and any medications and supplements you are currently taking before starting treatment with fluticasone. This drug can interact with other medicines and substances, leading to potentially serious side effects.
You should tell your provider if you are taking:
CYP3A4 Inhibitors: Drugs that inhibit the enzyme CYP3A4, such as ketoconazole and ritonavir, can increase the levels of fluticasone in the body, potentially leading to a higher risk of side effects.
CYP3A4 Inducers: Medications that induce CYP3A4, like rifampin and certain anticonvulsants, may reduce the effectiveness of fluticasone by increasing its metabolism and decreasing its levels in the body.
Other Corticosteroids: Concurrent use of other corticosteroid medications, whether inhaled or systemic (oral or injectable), can increase the risk of corticosteroid-related side effects.
Beta-Blockers: Non-selective beta-blockers like propranolol may lead to bronchospasm or worsen asthma symptoms in some individuals when used with fluticasone. Like those primarily targeting beta-1 receptors, selective beta-blockers may have a lower risk of such interactions.
Antifungal Medications: Some antifungal drugs, like itraconazole and ketoconazole, can interact with fluticasone and increase its concentration in the body, potentially leading to more side effects.
HIV Protease Inhibitors: Certain HIV protease inhibitors, such as ritonavir, may increase the levels of fluticasone and its side effects.
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs): MAOIs can interact with fluticasone and increase the risk of side effects, including increased blood pressure.
This is not a complete list of all drugs that interact with levocetirizine. Make a comprehensive list of all medicines and supplements that you take before starting treatment with this drug.
You should also tell your health care provider about any medical conditions you manage.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or plan on becoming pregnant before starting treatment with fluticasone. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, stop taking it and inform your health care provider immediately.
Fluticasone, when used for asthma symptoms, is supplied as a powder or aerosol that is administered through an inhaler device. The exact dosage and frequency of administration will depend on the severity of the condition and the patient’s age. Adhere to your health care provider’s guidelines regarding how much fluticasone to take and how often.
Do not discontinue or increase your fluticasone dosage without consulting your doctor first. Take the medication exactly as prescribed, and inform your doctor if you begin to experience any side effects while taking the medication.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it’s nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regularly scheduled amount. Do not take a double dose of fluticasone.
Fluticasone should be stored in the container it’s supplied in. Keep these containers at room temperature, away from excess heat or moisture.
Store your fluticasone inhaler with the mouthpiece pointed down. Do not keep the inhaler near a heat source or an open flame.
Do not freeze this medication.
Keep all medicines out of sight and out of the reach of children. Ensure that the caps of all medicine bottles are tightly closed and locked (if applicable).
Fluticasone is currently only available via prescription. This means that a licensed health care provider must authorize the use of this medication.
If you are looking for a prescription, doctors on Sesame can write a prescription–or refill an existing one–during a virtual or in-person visit. Note that not all drugs can be prescribed via an online video appointment. In some cases, an in-person doctor visit is required for a prescription.
Book an appointment with a provider on Sesame today to discuss whether or not fluticasone is right for you.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your health care provider. Sesame cannot guarantee that you will be provided a prescription after a video or in-person appointment. Providers on Sesame are unable to prescribe controlled substances. For more information about controlled substances, check out the Drug Enforcement Agency’s scheduling guidelines here.
Providers on Sesame can write a prescription for fluticasone to be picked up near you–often within the same day. Don’t wait to get your prescription filled. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.
Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.
Fluticasone is a generic drug. It’s available in its generic form or under brand names like:
