Flutiform

Flutiform

What is Flutiform?

Flutiform is a preventative asthma medication that reduces lung inflammation and swelling. The active corticosteroids are a suitable treatment for severe asthma and other breathing conditions such as COPD.

Description

Flutiform for Asthma & Breathing Problems

Asthma is a common lung condition that can cause a range of breathing difficulties that happen randomly or after exposure to a trigger. Triggers may include common allergies to pollen or animal dander, infections, environmental changes or from exercise.

Flutiform is a pressurised inhaler used to treat the symptoms of asthma. This is a preventer inhaler that should be used every day to help you not become breathless or wheezy.

 

What is Flutiform and how does it work?

The two active ingredients, fluticasone propionate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate work together to improve breathing by reducing swelling and inflammation in the lungs. Fluticasone propionate is a steroid medication that can reduce the swelling and inflammation in the lungs, while formoterol fumarate dihydrate is a long-acting bronchodilator that helps to keep the airways open to improve breathing.

 

Is Flutiform right for me?

If you are diagnosed with asthma, COPD or other breathing condition, you may be prescribed Flutiform by a doctor or healthcare professional. However, it may not be suitable for you if you have the following:

  • If you are allergic to any other ingredients in this medicine
  • If you are diabetic
  • If you have a lung or chest infection
  • If you have a history or are taking medication for heart or liver problems
  • If you have an abnormal bulging of a blood vessel (an aneurysm)
  • If you have high blood pressure
  • If you have problems with your adrenal or thyroid gland
  • If you have low potassium in your blood
    If you are taking medication for breathing conditions, allergic reactions, depression or mental disorders, antibiotics, Hodgkin's disease
  • If you are taking steroid medication or medication for an infection
  • If you are taking any other asthma medication, such as other bronchodilators, xanthine medicines 
  • If you are taking medicine for HIV infections, Parkinson's disease or thyroid concerns.

How to use Flutiform?

Always use Flutiform exactly as prescribed by your doctor or advised by the pharmacist. The recommended starting dose for adults is two inhalations (125/5) twice a day, however, in presence of other factors, this may be increased or decreased accordingly as per the prescriber's clinical judgement. 

For adults with asthma:

  • The usual dose is two inhalations twice a day, that is two puffs (actuations) in the morning and two in the evening.

Instructions:

  • Unscrew the mouthpiece and check that it is free from dust
  • The inhaler should be shaken immediately before releasing each puff to ensure it is evenly mixed throughout 
  • Sit or stand upright, hold your inhaler upright and breathe out as far as is comfortable and as slowly and deeply as possible
  • Put the mouthpiece in your mouth but do not bite the mouthpiece
  • Breathe in slowly and deeply through your mouth and at the same time, press down on the aerosol can to release one puff
  • Continue to breathe slowly and deeply for about 2-3 seconds
  • While holding your breath, remove the inhaler from your mouth and continue holding your breath for as long as is comfortable. Do not breathe out into the inhaler
  • Replace the mouthpiece cover
  • Always rinse your mouth out after you have used your inhaler

Do not use your inhaler more often than the doctor told you to.

Side Effects

All medications can cause potential side effects, below we have listed some potential side effects of Flutiform. However, these do not always occur and are mostly mild in nature. But if you experience any prolonged or worrying side effects of Flutiform, please discontinue the medication immediately and consult your doctor.

Uncommon side effects include:

  • Worsening of asthma condition
  • Headache
  • Shaking
  • Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
  • Dizziness

Warnings and Precautions

Flutiform may not be safe if taken with other medication or recreational drugs. Please inform the prescriber if you are taking any of the listed medications.

DO NOT use Flutiform:

  • If you are allergic to any other ingredients in this medicine
  • If you are diabetic
  • If you have a lung or chest infection
  • If you have a history or are taking medication for heart or liver problems
  • If you have an abnormal bulging of a blood vessel (an aneurysm)
  • If you have high blood pressure
  • If you have problems with your adrenal or thyroid gland
  • If you have low potassium in your blood
    If you are taking medication for breathing conditions, allergic reactions, depression or mental disorders, antibiotics, Hodgkin's disease
  • If you are taking steroid medication or medication for an infection
  • If you are taking any other asthma medication, such as other bronchodilators, xanthine medicines 
  • If you are taking medicine for HIV infections, Parkinson's disease or thyroid concerns.

The above-listed warnings are not exhaustive, please consult a doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you have further questions on the use of this medication or potential interactions with other medicines.

Flutiform Patient Leaflet

To view the Flutiform Patient Leaflet click here.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Welzo does not endorse or sell the medication discussed, nor do we recommend using this information as a substitute for professional healthcare. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions regarding your health or medical treatment. Welzo assumes no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided in this blog.

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