Flohale 0.5mg Respules 2ml (Fluticasone Propionate 0.5mg)

Medical Description

Flohale 0.5 mg respule contains Fluticasone as its active ingredient, which belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It helps to prevent asthma attacks in patients requiring regular treatment. It should be taken as directed by the doctor. Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Before using Flohale 0.5 mg respule, inform the doctor about your detailed medical history.

Uses of Flohale 0.5 MG

Flohale 0.5 mg respules help in preventing asthmatic attacks in patients who require regular treatment.

Contraindications of Flohale 0.5 MG

If you are allergic to Fluticasone or any other ingredients of Flohale 0.5 mg respules.
If your child is below 4 years old.

Side effects of Flohale 0.5 MG

Infection of the mouth and throat
Sore throat
Hoarseness (impaired voice)
Lung infection – fever, cough, breathing problems (uncommon), inform your doctor.
Joint pain, indigestion, nosebleeds, blurred vision (rare)

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have been treated for tuberculosis in the past.
You are concomitantly taking other steroid tablets.
You experience any visual abnormalities or blurred vision.
Your breathing gets worse or your condition does not improve after 7 days of taking Flohale 0.5 mg respules.
This medicine is not a substitute for life-threatening asthma (sudden asthma).
Flohale 0.5 mg respules should not be used in children below 4 years of age.

Mode of Action of Flohale 0.5 MG

How Does It Work?
Fluticasone in Flohale 0.5 mg respule acts by reducing the swelling and irritation in your lungs, making it easier for you to breathe.

Directions for Use of Flohale 0.5 MG

Take Flohale 0.5 mg respules exactly as directed by your physician or pharmacist.
Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Do not swallow or inject the liquid inside the respule.
Do not stop taking Flohale 0.5 mg respules without consulting your doctor, even if you feel relieved after taking a few doses.
Rinse your mouth after every use to prevent fungal infection & wash your face to avoid any facial irritation.
Throw away any remaining liquid either in the respule or nebuliser, do not store it.
Clean the nebulizer after every use as per the instructions mentioned.

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Interactions of Flohale 0.5 MG

Interactions with other medicines
Flohale 0.5 mg respules may interact with other medicines. Discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
Medicines like ritonavir (used to treat HIV infection) should not be used concomitantly along with Flohale 0.5 mg respule unless necessary as it is known to cause some severe side effects.
Concomitant use of Flohale 0.5 mg respules along with ketoconazole, itraconazole (used to treat fungal infections) and cobicistat-containing medicines should be avoided as you may be at an increased risk of having side effects.
Other medicines like erythromycin should be used with caution along with Flohale 0.5 mg respules.

Storage and disposal of Flohale 0.5 MG

Store Flohale 0.5 mg respules in the original packing.
Keep the device tightly closed to protect it from moisture, light and heat.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Flohale 0.5 MG

Overdose
High doses of this medicine for a prolonged duration may lead to symptoms like fever, shaking, chills, headache, diarrhoea, cramping, vomiting, muscle weakness, fatigue, loss of appetite, weight loss.
Seek urgent medical help if you experience any of the symptoms or feel you have used too much of Flohale 0.5 mg respules.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it’s time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of Flohale to compensate for the missed one.