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FLUTICASONE-27.5MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

NASAL

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About Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm

Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication. It is indicated for managing the nasal symptoms of seasonal, perennial allergic and non-allergic rhinitis in adult and paediatric patients aged four years and older. Seasonal allergies are caused by exposure to airborne substances (such as pollens) that are only present at specific seasons of the year. Perennial allergies are caused by year-round indoor exposure to airborne pollutants (such as house dust). Perennial non-allergic rhinitis, also known as vasomotor rhinitis, is a chronic illness characterised by symptoms similar to allergic rhinitis (runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, and nasal itching) but lasting for more than nine months each year.

Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm contains fluticasone. Fluticasone works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. Thereby, it provides relief from a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes and an itchy nose.

Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm is available on prescription only. Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm must be taken as directed by the healthcare professional or as per leaflet information to get the maximum benefit of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm. With Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm, very little medicine is absorbed into the rest of the body, so it's not likely to give you side effects. In rare cases, you may experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, nose bleeds, trouble breathing, cough, burning, or itching. Most of these side effects of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Tell your doctor if you have had an allergic or hypersensitive reaction to fluticasone or other medicines. If you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm without first consulting your doctor. Avoid Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm use in patients with recent nasal ulcers, surgery, or trauma. It is recommended not to use in children under four years of age. Children aged four years and older can use Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm under the supervision of a healthcare professional. The development of eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma has been reported with the use of fluticasone nasal sprays. You should have a yearly eye exam to check for these conditions. Before using Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm, please tell your doctor if you have or have ever been treated for fungal, bacterial, viral or parasitic infections. Also, tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis (a type of lung infection).

Uses of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm

Seasonal allergies, Perennial allergies, Perennial nonallergic rhinitis.

Directions for Use

Insert the tip of the bottle into a nostril while closing the other nostril and spray towards the sides of the nostril. Keep your head straight and breathe gently. Repeat the same process for another nostril.

Medicinal Benefits

Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm contains fluticasone. Fluticasone works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammatory reactions. As a result, it relieves symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and an itchy nose.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Upper respiratory tract infection:
  • Inform your doctor about the symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to help loosen and clear mucus from your nose, throat, and airways.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • A blocked nose can be relieved by drinking more water, which helps clear fluids.
  • Use saline nasal spray available over the counter to relieve blockage or blow harder to remove the mucus.
  • Use nasal strips that can be placed on the nose to widen nostrils and increase airflow.
  • Keep a humidifier around to moisten air at home/workplace.
  • Get plenty of rest and avoid activities that tire you out to allow your body fight the infection.
  • Drink lots of fluids to help loosen mucus in the lungs.
  • Use over-the-counter medications like paracetamol or ibuprofen to manage fever.
  • Use a humidifier as it helps soothe irritated airways.
  • Do not make changes to your medication schedule or take over-the-counter medicines without consulting your doctor.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Sinusitis (Sinus infection or Inflammation Of Sinuses):
  • Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms of sinusitis, such as nasal congestion, facial pain, or headaches, which may be triggered by your medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your sinusitis symptoms.
  • Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
  • If your doctor advises, you can use nasal decongestants or saline nasal sprays to help relieve nasal congestion and sinus pressure.
  • To help your body recover, get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, and engage in stress-reducing activities. If your symptoms persist or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.
Managing Medication-Triggered Bronchitis (Inflammation of the bronchial tubes): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • If you experience symptoms like coughing, wheezing, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing after taking medication, seek medical attention immediately.
  • Your healthcare provider will work with you to stop the medication causing the reaction, start alternative treatments, and provide supportive therapy.
  • To manage symptoms and prevent complications, follow your doctor's advice to use inhalers or nebulizers as prescribed, practice good hygiene, avoid irritants, stay hydrated, and get plenty of rest.
  • Regularly track your symptoms and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you have had an allergic or hypersensitive reaction to fluticasone or other medicines. If you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother, do not consume Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm without first consulting your doctor, as it will only be prescribed if the benefits overweight the risks. Patients with recent nasal ulcers, surgery, or trauma should avoid using this product. The development of eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma has been reported with the use of fluticasone nasal sprays. You should have a yearly eye exam to check for these conditions. Before using Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm, please tell your doctor if you have or have ever been treated for fungal, bacterial, viral or parasitic infections. Also, tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis (a type of lung infection). The safety and effectiveness in children under the age of four have not been satisfactorily proven. Children aged four years and older can use Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Fluticasone furoateMifepristone
Critical
Fluticasone furoateDesmopressin
Critical

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Fluticasone furoateMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Using Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm with Mifepristone can reduce the effect of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm with Mifepristone is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateDesmopressin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Co-administration of desmopressin together with fluticasone may increase the risk of hyponatremia, a condition associated with low levels of salt in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
If you have to use Desmopressin and Fluticasone together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. However, if you experience loss of appetite, headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy (very tired), irritability, difficulty concentrating, weakness, unsteadiness, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, contact your doctor immediately as these may be symptoms of water intoxication (water poisoning) and hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood). Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateIndinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
When Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm is taken with Indinavir, the amount of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm and Indinavir, but can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateDinutuximab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Combining Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm with Dinutuximab can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm and Dinutuximab together can evidently cause an interaction, can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience weight gain, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateTroleandomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Troleandomycin may significantly increase the absorption of fluticasone into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm and Troleandomycin, but can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Using Ketoconazole and Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm may significantly increase the absorption of fluticasone into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketoconazole and Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. If you experience swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist consult a doctor. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
Fluticasone furoateItraconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Coadministration of Itraconazole and Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm may significantly increase the absorption of fluticasone into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Fluticasone and itraconazole may interact, but if a doctor prescribes them, you can still use them. Swelling, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, depression, acne, stretch marks, easy bruising, cataracts, irregular menstruation, and excessive face or body hair growth are all signs that you must visit a doctor. Never discontinue taking a medication without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateTelaprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
When Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm is taken with telaprevir, the amount of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm in the blood may increase.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm and Telaprevir, but can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateFosamprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
When Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm is taken with fosamprenavir, the amount of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm in the blood may increase.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm and Dinutuximab together can evidently cause an interaction, can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience weight gain, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Fluticasone furoateClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm:
Taking Clarithromycin with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm may increase the absorption of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Clarithromycin can be taken with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you experience side effects such as swelling, weight gain, high blood glucose, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your hygiene in check and your surroundings neat.
  • Include ginger in your daily intake. Some anti-inflammatory chemicals in ginger help relax airway membranes.
  • Keeping hydrated. Coughing, runny nose, and sneezing can be relieved by drinking beverages at room temperature.
  • Stress weakens the immune system and increases the likelihood of being ill. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, practise deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • Wish for 7-9 hours of sleep per night to keep fit and safe.
  • It is best to avoid coming into touch with recognised allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.
  • Avoid certain food that is known to trigger allergies in you.
  • Processed foods and those high in sugar and fat should be avoided because they may trigger inflammation.
  • Reduce your daily salt intake and replace it with herbs or spices such as garlic, ginger, and turmeric, which contain natural anti-inflammatory ingredients.
  • Please avoid contact with dust as it might worsen your symptoms.
  • Stop smoking; quitting smoking can significantly reduce the severity and frequency of your symptoms.
  • Also, please avoid contact with pollen in the air as it might worsen your symptoms.
  • Contact with any person with chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis should be avoided as it might cause you the same infection as Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm makes your body prone to infections.

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Therapeutic Class

CORTICOSTEROIDS

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FAQs

Fluticasone is present in Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm. Fluticasone is a corticosteroid that prevents the release of specific molecules in the body that trigger inflammatory responses. As a result, it relieves symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and an itchy nose.

Avoid use in patients with recent nasal ulcers, surgery, or trauma. Please check with the doctor if you have concerns regarding this.

It may take several days of regular use for your rhinitis symptoms to get better. Call your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve or get worse.

Do not stop using the Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm unless your healthcare provider tells you to do so. Suddenly stopping treatment with Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm can make you feel unwell and may give you symptoms.

It is not advised to be used in persons with glaucoma or cataracts. The use of nasal corticosteroid medications may aggravate glaucoma and/or cataracts.

Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm may cause headaches in a few cases. Rest and drinking plenty of fluids are recommended. Don't consume too much alcohol. Consult your doctor if the headache persists or becomes severe.

If you miss a dose of Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • COBICISTAT
  • RITONAVIR
  • NELFINAVIR

Special Advise

  • Do not stop taking Alerflo CFC Free Nasal Spray 6 gm suddenly without talking to your doctor first, which may worsen your symptoms.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Seasonal allergies: Seasonal allergies are caused by exposure to airborne substances (such as pollens) that emerge exclusively at specific seasons of the year. Seasonal allergies cause itchy skin, a runny nose, sneezing, and often itchy or watery, bloodshot eyes.

Perennial allergies: Perennial allergies are caused by year-round indoor exposure to airborne pollutants (such as house dust). Perennial allergies induce a clogged, itchy, and sometimes runny nose and irritated lips and throat.

Perennial nonallergic rhinitis: Perennial nonallergic rhinitis, also known as vasomotor rhinitis, is a chronic illness characterised by symptoms similar to allergic rhinitis (runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, and nasal itching) but lasting for more than nine months each year.

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