Question 1

is the nasal spray fluticasone well toleeated? are there any serious side effects?

Accepted Answer

Well tolerated: Fluticasone is a steroid nasal spray that is available in generic form.  It is well tolerated.  Side effects to look out for include bleeding, nasal irritation and dryness of the nose.  Nasal infections and nasal septal perforations  may rarely occur.  Glaucoma and cataracts are even more rare.

Question 2

i think i have olfactory dysfunction whereby i have lost my sense of smell. tried all the nasal sprays, recently avamys nasal spray with no success. however prednisone seems to regain my sense for a short period, but am scared of the side effects.

Accepted Answer

ENT specialist : Is what you need, you may very well have nasal polyps, from whatever reason , a nasal scope or CT of your sinuses may be needed after good history and physical examination, good luck

Question 3

what are the side effects of fluticasone propionate nasal spray?

Accepted Answer

Most common .......: Side effects in clued headache, nose bleed, and burning in the nose.

Question 4

allergic rhinitis, and i've been using fluticasone nasal spray for about 6 months. does it have systemic side effects?

Accepted Answer

Has potential: This is a corticosteroid which although given topically may be absorbed to varying extents and systemic side-effects of steroids are numerous, including adrenal insufficiency when stopped, diabetes, immunosuppression, osteoporosis, and others, but these are infrequent complications of this therapy.

Question 5

my gp prescribed 1 spray (27.5 mg of fluticasone furoate) in each nostril twice daily . will this cause more side effects? is the dose normal? thanks

Accepted Answer

Veramyst: While the usual dose for Fluticasone Furoate (veramyst) is 1-2 sprays each nostril once a day for adults, it is not unusual to adjust the dose for a particular person's needs.  Higher doses may help initially, then many docs will step down to the lowest effective dose.  In general nasal steroid sprays are pretty safe and significant side effects would not be seen at twice a day.

Question 6

fluticasone propionate side effects include what?

Accepted Answer

Has potential: This is a corticosteroid which although given topically may be absorbed to varying extents and systemic side-effects of steroids are numerous, including adrenal insufficiency when stopped, diabetes, immunosuppression, osteoporosis, and others, but these are infrequent complications of this therapy.

Question 7

is the combination of fluticasone furoate and evocetirizine dihydrochloride 5mg effective for allergy ? what are their side effects when combined?

Accepted Answer

Yes, effective: Fluticasone (flonase) is a nasal steroid spray and levocetirizine (xyzal) is a new generation antihistamine.  They are excellent medications for the treatment of allergic rhinitis.  There is no new side effects when these are combined.  Each can have the potential for mild side effects alone-nose bleeds.   In general they are well tolerated.

Question 8

how long does it take for side effects from fluticasone to subside after u discontinue use. i have used it a month or so and experience ear congestion?

Accepted Answer

Side effects: If this is strictly a side effect of the medication, I would hope that as the medication comes out of your system, the effects will go away as well. The half life of the medication is 11-12hrs. So five half lifes before it is more or less out of your system, so roughly 60 hours, I would say fluticasone is out of your system. If there is some suppression on the adrenal axis, this may take more time

Question 9

when using advair diskus (salmeterol and fluticasone) some side effects include memory and mental changes. what does this mean? will my personality and memory change?

Accepted Answer

No: Behavioral changes r very rare when using inhaled corticosteroids, especially in adolescents, it might  occur with high doses, and is reversible, pls consult ur md.

Question 10

what are the side effects of advair diskus (salmeterol and fluticasone) and is it safe to use for 6 months or more?

Accepted Answer

Safe to use : Advair contains fluticasone, a steroid, and salmeterol, a long acting bronchodialtor.  Any inhaled steroid can cause thrush so be sure to  rinse your mouth well after use.  I've also seen hoarseness with advair, especially if one does not inhale forcefully.  Salmeterol can cause leg cramps at night.  

Regular use of advair is much safer than the alternative of episodic use of oral steroids.

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Is the nasal spray fluticasone well toleeated? are there any serious side effects?

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I think i have olfactory dysfunction whereby i have lost my sense of smell. tried all the nasal sprays, recently avamys nasal spray with no success. however prednisone seems to regain my sense for a short period, but am scared of the side effects.

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What are the side effects of fluticasone propionate nasal spray?

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Allergic rhinitis, and i've been using fluticasone nasal spray for about 6 months. does it have systemic side effects?

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My gp prescribed 1 spray (27.5 mg of fluticasone furoate) in each nostril twice daily . will this cause more side effects? is the dose normal? thanks

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Fluticasone propionate side effects include what?

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Is the combination of fluticasone furoate and evocetirizine dihydrochloride 5mg effective for allergy ? what are their side effects when combined?

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How long does it take for side effects from fluticasone to subside after u discontinue use. i have used it a month or so and experience ear congestion?

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When using advair diskus (salmeterol and fluticasone) some side effects include memory and mental changes. what does this mean? will my personality and memory change?

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What are the side effects of advair diskus (salmeterol and fluticasone) and is it safe to use for 6 months or more?

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