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Episode #10: fluticasone (Flovent) | Podcast Show Notes
fluticasone (floo TIK a zone)

Below will be links for the full Podcast and the Drug Card for fluticasone along with a brief summary of various points on fluticasone. 

Fluticasone is an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Some of the brand names are Flovent and Arnuity Ellipta. This drug is a potent local vasoconstrictor as well as an anti-inflammatory agent. The main indication is in the treatment of asthma with off label uses in COPD and EoE. Dosing is based on prior ICS treatment and/or level of severity. The furoate form is generally preferred over the propionate form due to a better binding affinity. The main side effect and counseling point is for oral candidiasis (Thrush).

PDF of Drug Card: fluticasone