Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI belongs to the class of corticosteroid medication primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD). Asthma is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. COPD is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes).

Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI contains fluticasone propionate. It calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI is for inhalation only. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to use Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, and fungal infection in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Consult your doctor if you are a pregnant woman or nursing mother. Before using Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI, please tell your doctor if you have/had been treated for viral or fungal infections. Also, tell your doctor if you have tuberculosis (a type of lung infection). Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI is not recommended for children below 4 years. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.

Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI contains fluticasone propionate, used to treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Fluticasone propionate belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by calming the immune system and reducing swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

• Headache
• Oral thrush (a fungal infection)
• Dry or sore throat, or hoarse voice

Do not take Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal suppression, bone density problems, impaired adrenal function, hypercorticism, tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, viral or parasitic infections, kidney or liver problems. Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI is not recommended for children below 4 years.

Drug-Drug interactions:  Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI may interact with anti-fungal (ketoconazole) and HIV medications (ritonavir). Inform your doctor if you are taking any other steroid medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have hyperadrenocorticism (excess of adrenocortical hormones), infections (viral, bacterial or fungal), ocular herpes simplex, glaucoma, cataracts, bone problems, chickenpox, measles or tuberculosis.

• KETOCONAZOLE
• RITONAVIR

• Keep your hygiene in check and your surroundings neat.
• Include ginger in your daily intake. Anti-inflammatory chemicals in ginger help relax airway membranes.
• 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.
• Avoid certain foods that are known to trigger allergies.
• 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.

• Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI might make your body prone to infections. So, getting in contact with people having chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis should be avoided.
• Regular bone mineral density tests are recommended while on treatment with Flohale 125 mcg Inhaler 120 MDI.

Asthma: It is a chronic (long-term) respiratory condition in which airways narrow, swell, and produce extra mucus, leading to difficulty breathing. The asthma symptoms include wheezing (whistling sound while breathing), shortness of breath, chest tightness and cough, especially at night. The symptoms of mild persistent asthma may occur more than two times a week and up to 4 nights a month, whereas, in severe persistent asthma, the symptoms occur several times every day and most nights. The treatment for asthma includes medication, breathing exercises and self-care.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): It is a group of lung diseases with emphysema (shortness of breath) and chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the lining of bronchial tubes). The major cause of COPD is smoking tobacco. Also, long-term exposure to fumes and chemicals may lead to COPD. The symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath or wheezing (whistle sound while breathing).