Question 1

i take flovent 250/50 to treat my asthma twice daily. i've heard this increases risk of cataracts. what are the odds? i am 21

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely: It is very unlikely but it does increase the risk a little bit

Question 2

is it okay to take nasacort (triamcinolone) allergy 24 hour with my flovent puff 110 mg (preventative for asthma)? i also take prilosec, famatodine and suboxone daily

Accepted Answer

Yes. Intranasal...: ...corticosteroids are very effective in treating nasal allergies and treating nasal allergies may help control asthma. However, because it's available OTC and it comes with some side effects, you should advise doctor that you're using it.   Best wishes.  Dr. Anne.

Question 3

my asthma has been out of control for 6 days now. i currently take singulair at bed, clariten d in am, ampule of xopenex 3x a day and flonase 2x a day. should i add flovent? still short of breath.

Accepted Answer

Odd program: You need to visit with your doc or an asthma specialist. I would not consider this much of an asthma action plan. To start with you should be on Flovent at least daily most of the year with increased doses when symptoms occur. Xopenex should rarely be needed if you are on a proper daily plan. Yes start Flovent now at least 2X/d but contact your doc.

Question 4

flovent doesn't help my asthma, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Medication/delivery: There are several explanations as to why this is so. Preventing your asthma flare ups by controlling triggers for your asthma and avoiding smoke is an important part of management.
Delivery of the medication by use of a spacer device improves delivery of the medication to the lung. You  may need additional medications or a higher dose of Flovent to control symptoms.

Question 5

asthma and on flovent. slightly allergic to dog. i have one coming thru town and always around them. not to bothered but will something help incase?

Accepted Answer

Cont Asthma meds: I would advise continued use of your asthma medication as prescribed by your physician. 
If you are slightly allergic to dogs, try your best to avoid them. Vacuuming and cleaning all areas of dog hair and dander will help reduce the exposure.

Question 6

how effective is flovent compared to adviar for asthma?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Works the same and different.  Advair is fluticasone (flovent) with another medicine called salmeterol which is a long acting bronchodilator.  Advair is used as a maintenance medicine with the addition of the long acting bronchodilator to help keep the smooth muscle in the airways relaxed and thus keep the airway open.  It is not to be used for acute issues - that is what albuterol is for.

Question 7

is there something generic that may work similar to flovent diskus for asthma?

Accepted Answer

YES: Beclomethasone- an orally inhaled steroid- is similar to flovent. However, this may or may not be appropriate for you. Discuss it with your asthma physician.

Question 8

cant always be away from dogs w my slight allergy to them. besides flovent for asthma what can i get to help allergy for when they are around me.thank?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance &amp; OTC meds: As you know, minimizing exposure to allergens is usually the most effective approach--&gt; try to be in separate room, maintain good ventilation, no dusting or brushing when you're around, etc. When you can't avoid the irritant, OTC allergy meds may be helpful (e.g., Benadryl, (diphenhydramine) Clariitin, Zyrtec). If not enough, your PCP may consider more aggressive allergy treatment, like Singulair. Good luck.

Question 9

looking for a natropath in my area 19087 for my 3 year old son..has diagnosis of asthma and is on flovent 2x daily and alberterol prn. want him off of it!?

Accepted Answer

Why not an allergist: An allergist can answer several questions. Does your child have allergic asthma or wheezing triggered by infections? Are there allergen or respiratory irritants in the environment triggering asthma symptoms? Is Flovent the best medication for your child? If it is are you using the right dose or does it need to be used daily? I think this will address your concerns.

Question 10

does an inhaled corticosteroid such as flovent help with asthma and covid-19?

Accepted Answer

:  Corticosteroids are felt to mitigate the inflammatory reactions seen in covid infections, but this refers to larger doses of systemically administered ones, not those delivered by nasal spray. However if asthmatic reactions are occurring nasal corticosteroids as well as bronchodilating nasal sprays will still be used as needed.

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I take flovent 250/50 to treat my asthma twice daily. i've heard this increases risk of cataracts. what are the odds? i am 21

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Is it okay to take nasacort (triamcinolone) allergy 24 hour with my flovent puff 110 mg (preventative for asthma)? i also take prilosec, famatodine and suboxone daily

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My asthma has been out of control for 6 days now. i currently take singulair at bed, clariten d in am, ampule of xopenex 3x a day and flonase 2x a day. should i add flovent? still short of breath.

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Flovent doesn't help my asthma, what to do?

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Asthma and on flovent. slightly allergic to dog. i have one coming thru town and always around them. not to bothered but will something help incase?

A member asked:

How effective is flovent compared to adviar for asthma?

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Is there something generic that may work similar to flovent diskus for asthma?

A member asked:

Cant always be away from dogs w my slight allergy to them. besides flovent for asthma what can i get to help allergy for when they are around me.thank?

A member asked:

Looking for a natropath in my area 19087 for my 3 year old son..has diagnosis of asthma and is on flovent 2x daily and alberterol prn. want him off of it!?

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Does an inhaled corticosteroid such as flovent help with asthma and covid-19?

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