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Medicine For Cutivate Allergy
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I have fluticasone propionate 50 mcg that I use for allergies. Is it safe to use while experiencing the rebound effect? Didn't use it during my cold
What rebound effect?: What do you mean by rebound effect? ...Read more
Allergies (Definition)
Allergies occur when your immune system is triggered by envirionmental factors it should ignore--for example, pollen in the air, or dander on a cat or dog--and creates cells to fight against them. An allergic reaction typically causes itching, congestion, or drainage, and ...Read more
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Been using fluticasone propionate daily since June. Is that bad? Only thing that helps my nasal airways from allergies that causes asthma.
It's Ok: The main recommend treatment for allergic rhinitis (runny nose) is the use of nasal steroids. The steroid has minimal absorption into your blood stream. Main side effect noted in some is dryness and nose bleeds. Consider using nasal saline spray to clear the nose frequently and to keep the skin hydrated. Try a nasal saline wash each evening to rid your nose of the day's pollen. ...Read more
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If the fluticasone propionate nasal spray helps with my asthma, does that mean my asthma is due to allergies?
They are related: Steroid nasal sprays are often used to treat allergic rhinitis. People with allergic rhinitis often have or may progress to asthma. If you have asthma, just treating for allergies usually isn't enough. ...Read more
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Using fluticasone propionate 50 MCG/act for allergies/fluid in ear per Dr prescription. Will this remove fluid in earhelp with allergy inducedvertigo?
No: Vertigo is an inner ear issue and will not be helped by that med. ...Read more
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Is there an over-the-counter medicine similar to fluticasone propionate spray?
OTC Flonase: Just in the last 2 weeks, Flonase (fluticasone proprionate) went over the counter. It joins Nasacort (triamcinolone) Allergy 24HR which went OTC last year. ...Read more
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Fluticasone propionate side effects include what?
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. ...Read more
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How long does fluticasone propionate cream take to work?
A day or so: Topical steroids typically have an effect within a day or so depending upon the condition being treated and the severity. ...Read more
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Can i use fluticasone propionate while taking hydroxyzine?
Yes: You can , but what preparation: inhaled / nasal? ...Read more
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Compare monotherapy fluticasone propionate and fexofenadine?
Very different: Nasal steroids such as fluticasone work best for nasal congestion and sinus inflammation, while antihistamines such as fexofenadine work better for itching and sneezing. Typically, if you're going to use only one medication, you'll do better with fluticasone than fexofenadine. ...Read more
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How similar are monotherapy fluticasone propionate and fexofenadine?
Not similar: They are entirely different treatments for the same disease (allergic rhinitis). One is an oral antihistamine (fexofenadine), while the other is a nasal steroid spray (fluticasone). Both are relatively effective, and can actually be used together. ...Read more
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I have red patches on my face and they are not going i tried a lot of topical medications but they are not working such as cutivate what is the cure?
Rosacea: From your limited description you may be suffering from rosacea. I would recommend avoiding harsh medications and getting an evaluation from a dermatologist. ...Read more
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How much can fluticasone propionate cost?
Up to 75 bucks: As it is generic many of my patients pay a 5 dollar copay. Out of pocket i'm pretty sure the most you would pay is 75 dollars for a bottle that would last a month. ...Read more
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Is fluticasone propionate used for eardrum fluid?
Indirectly yes: Fluticasone nasal spray would help shrinking thr tissues around Eustachian tube opening in the throut and decrease the congestion, hence better drainage of the middle ear fluid behind the ear drum ...Read more
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Can you use fluticasone propionate and allegra (fexofenadine)?
See below: Flonase (fluticasone propionate) & Allegra (fexofenadine) may be safely (& often are) used together to treat allergies. Allegra is a non-sedating antihistamine, & Flonase is a nasally inhaled corticosteroid (for reducing inflammation & stabilizing nasal passage cells). ...Read more
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Are there any journal articles that compare fluticasone propionate and fexofenadine, with what results?
Yes : There are numerous articles comparing antihistamines to nasal steroid sprays. Results uniformly favor nasal steroid sprays for control of nasal allergy symptoms, particularly congestion. The sprays have to be used regularly to be maximally effective, however. ...Read more
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Please tell me if there are any journal articles that compare monotherapy fluticasone propionate and fexofenadine?
This is what I found: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT00502775
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I have eczema and i have been using alot of cutivate on my face,I have become very dark.So can you suggest any home remedies to make me whiter?
Scratching: Steroid cream does not darken the skin but scratching does. It is not a good idea to apply cortisone cream daily for a long time since it may induce acne as well as thinning of the skin. Need to find out what is actually causing your facial rash since eczema does not commonly affect the face except in very severe cases. See dermatologist to get a diagnosis and stop scratching. ...Read more
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Can Fluticasone propionate spray make you feel drowsy?
Reassurance : No, if dosage are appropriate for age and condition. ...Read more
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Does Flonase (fluticasone propionate) impair sense of smell?
Generally not: But you can never say never. If you think your sense of smell is diminished, first see your physician to make sure that your underlying allergies or chronic sinusitis haven't led to the development of nasal polyps despite the use of flonase. Then, you can try stopping it for a few days to see if your sense of smell returns. If so, ask your doctor to switch you to another steroid spray. ...Read more