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Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray 1's, Pack of 1 NASAL SPRAY
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Composition :

FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zentiva Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

NASAL

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Not Returnable

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About Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray belongs to a group of medications known as glucocorticoids. Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is primarily used to treat allergic rhinitis symptoms (inflammation of the nose's inner mucous membrane), such as sneezing, runny nose, and sinus discomfort in adults and children above six years. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens.’

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is a glucocorticoid that helps treat nasal allergy symptoms. It works by blocking certain chemical messengers present in the brain, causing pain, inflammation (swelling), and allergies. As a result, the Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies. Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may lower your ability to fight infections, so stay from people who have any infectious and contagious diseases like measles, tuberculosis, and chickenpox. If you have been around someone who has one of these conditions, please be very cautious, as these diseases are highly contagious, and you might catch these infections Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray makes you more prone to infections.

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should be used in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. The most common side effects are nasal ulceration, headache, shortness of breath, soreness, or dryness inside the nose. If these effects appear and are bothersome, call your doctor. Try to stay away from dust as it might worsen your symptoms, and also avoid smoking. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had nose surgery, injury, or nose sores.

Do not use Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray if you are allergic to glucocorticoids or Fluticasone furoate. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine. Before using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray, please tell your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma (an eye disease), cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye), herpes infection of the eye (sore on the eyelid or eye surface), asthma (sudden episodes of shortness of breath, and trouble breathing). Also, tell your doctor if you have (TB, a type of lung infection), chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis. Do not use Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray in children below six years old.

Uses of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray

Nasal allergic symptoms (allergic rhinitis).

Directions for Use

Nasal spray: 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

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is a glucocorticoid that helps to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray works by blocking certain chemical messenger's production that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. As a result, the Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies.

Storage

Keep it out of the sight and reach of children.
Side effects of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray
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.
  • Throat pain can worsen if there is no proper rest for your throat.
  • Drink plenty of warm fluids and frequently gargle with salt water.
  • Humidify the surrounding air using a humidifier, as dry air may increase dryness and throat pain.
  • Consider taking lozenges or hard candy throat pain relievers, which give a soothing effect.
  • Take enough rest and stay in warm places to reduce pain quickly.
Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Cough:
  • Tell your doctor about the cough symptoms you're experiencing, 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 cough 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, such as water, tea, or soup, to help thin out mucus and soothe your throat.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your cough persists or worsens, consult your doctor for further guidance.
  • 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.
  • To keep your vocal cords lubricated and hydrated, drink lots of water.
  • Suck on ice chips, popsicles, or lozenges to clear your throat and reduce hoarseness.
  • Your voice cords may be soothed and healed by honey's antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Gargle with salt water.
  • Using a steam humidifier or inhaling steam might help minimize hoarseness and release mucus.
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

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had nose surgery, injury, or nose sores. Before using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray, please inform your doctor if you have or have ever had glaucoma (an eye disease), cataracts (clouding of the lens of the eye), herpes infection of the eye (an infection that causes a sore on the eyelid or eye surface), asthma (sudden episodes of wheezing, shortness of breath, and trouble breathing). Also, tell your doctor if you have (TB, a type of lung infection), chickenpox, measles, or tuberculosis. If you have been around someone who has one of these conditions, as these diseases are highly contagious, and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray makes you more prone to infections. As a precautionary measure, please stay away from dust to help relieve your symptoms more quickly. Before using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray, inform your doctor if you have ever had diabetes or a weak immune system. After using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray, speak to your doctor immediately if you notice serious side effects such as facial pain, painful swallowing, eye pain, white patches in the nose/back of your throat, or persistent sore throat. Do not use Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray at the same time as other nasal sprays containing steroid medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluticasoneMifepristone
Critical
FluticasoneRitonavir
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluticasoneMifepristone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray with Mifepristone may make Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FluticasoneRitonavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray and Ritonavir may increase the blood levels of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray and Ritonavir together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as palpitations, 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, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may significantly increase the absorption of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, 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 immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
When Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is taken with Telithromycin, it can lower the rate at which Telithromycin is broken down in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray and Telithromycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, weak muscles, feeling down, acne, thinning skin, easy bruising, irregular periods, too much facial or body hair, strange fat distribution, bruising, infection, or a bad asthma attack - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FluticasoneDesmopressin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
If you have to use Desmopressin and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray together, a 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 a 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.
FluticasoneNefazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Nefazodone may significantly increase the absorption of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray with Nefazodone can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. A doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FluticasoneSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Saquinavir may increase the absorption of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into the bloodstream and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray and Saquinavir together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as 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 a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Boceprevir with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may significantly increase the absorption of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Boceprevir and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, 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 immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneClarithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Co-administration of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray with Clarithromycin may significantly increase the absorption of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin and Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, 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 immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Taking Ceritinib together with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may increase the blood levels of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray and Ceritinib together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as high blood pressure, swelling, 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 a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet, and make sure you sleep at least 8 hours a day for a speedy recovery.
  • Please avoid contact with dust as it might worsen your symptoms.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Also, please avoid contact with pollen present in the air, as it might worsen your symptoms.
  • Contact with any person who has chickenpox, measles, tuberculosis should be avoided as it might cause you the same infection as Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray makes your body prone to infections.

Side Effects of Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray

  • Nosebleeds
  • Nasal ulceration
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GLUCOCORTICOIDS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGCushing syndrome
Moderate

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FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGOther diseases of liver
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Corticosteroids are primarily eliminated by hepatic metabolism, hence liver dysfunction may cause them to accumulate. Hepatic disease patients need to be closely watched.

How to manage the interaction:
Liver disease patients using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should be monitored closely.
FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGCushing syndrome
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Rarely, the use of nasal and inhaled corticosteroids may cause hyperadrenocorticism or worsen its symptoms. Corticosteroid side effects can be lessened by administering them locally rather than systemically, although the dangers are still present. Drugs that are applied topically or inhaled may enter the bloodstream, especially when high concentrations are utilised. It is crucial that the lowest effective dosage be used and that the recommended dosages of the various products not be exceeded. During inhaled or nasal corticosteroid medication, the emergence of symptoms such irregular menstruation, acneiform lesions, cataracts, and cushingoid features may signify overuse.

How to manage the interaction:
The use of inhaled and nasal corticosteroids such as Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may rarely precipitate or aggravate conditions of hyperadrenocorticism. Hence, you are advised not to use more than the recommended dosages.
FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGGlaucoma
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
In patients with ocular herpes simplex, pharmacologic doses of corticosteroids may raise the risk of corneal perforation. In such patients, corticosteroid therapy should be delivered with caution, both orally and inhalation.

How to manage the interaction:
Inhaled and nasal Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should be used with caution in patients with ocular herpes simplex (a type of viral eye infection).
FLUTICASONE FUROATE-27.5MCGOsteoporosis without pathological fracture
Moderate
How does the disease interact with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray:
Long-term inhalation of corticosteroids may cause a decline in bone density. This effect, which has mostly been documented with high dosages (>= 800 mcg/day of beclomethasone or similar for >= 1 year), appears to be dose-related. Patients getting lesser dosages have also been shown to have lower levels of total body calcium. Patients with osteoporosis should be treated with inhaled and nasal corticosteroids over the long term with caution. It is crucial that the lowest effective dosage be used and that the recommended dosages of the various products not be exceeded.

How to manage the interaction:
Long-term therapy with inhaled and nasal corticosteroids should be used with caution in patients with osteoporosis. It is advised not to exceed more than the recommended dosages.

FAQs

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray works by blocking certain chemical messengers' production that causes inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. As a result, the Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray provides relief from the discomfort and irritation in the nose caused due to allergies.

Studies have shown that using inhaled glucocorticoids for the long term in children like Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray can reduce linear growth. Prolonged exposure to Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may lead to bone thinning. Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray might obstruct calcium absorption and inhibit bone cell growth. Your doctor will monitor your child's growth during the treatment with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray. Inform your doctor if you observe any abnormality in your child's growth.

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may make your blood glucose levels high. Hence treatment with Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is cautiously administered in patients with diabetes. Please monitor your blood glucose levels regularly and inform your doctor so the dose can be adjusted accordingly.

Use the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. These side effects are not common for all. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

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Special Advise

  • Do not stop using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray suddenly without talking to your doctor first, as it may worsen your symptoms.
  • Be careful not to get Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray into your eyes or mouth.
  • Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray may lower your ability to fight infections, so stay from people who have any infectious and contagious diseases like measles, tuberculosis, chickenpox, etc.
  • Though it is unlikely, this medication may temporarily slow down a child's growth if used for a long time. See the doctor regularly so your child's height can be checked.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergy: It is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as ‘allergens’. Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interaction is found. But as a precautionary measure, limit or avoid alcohol consumption.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should only be used during pregnancy if the mother's expected benefits outweigh the possible risks to the unborn child.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is secreted in breast milk. A Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should only be used during breastfeeding if the mother's expected benefit outweighs the child's possible risk.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray does not affect your driving ability.

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Liver

Caution

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray should be used with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required based on your condition.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

It is generally safe to be used if you have kidney problems. However, before using Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray, consult your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Flutizen 27.5 mcg Nasal Spray is not recommended for children below the age of six years. Proper dose monitoring is required in children above the age of six years by a child specialist.

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