Fluticasone HFA (Flovent)

• Fluticasone HFA

Fluticasone HFA is an environmentally-friendly inhaler that can help prevent asthma attacks. This eMedTV Web page provides an in-depth look at fluticasone HFA and explains how the inhaled steroid it contains works to help prevent asthma attacks.

• What Is Fluticasone HFA Used For?

What is fluticasone HFA used for? This eMedTV resource explains that fluticasone HFA is used for preventing asthma attacks. One "off-label" use of the medication is the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

• Side Effects of Fluticasone HFA

Side effects of fluticasone HFA may include headaches, sinus infections, and throat irritation. This eMedTV page also lists less common fluticasone HFA side effects (such as migraines) and side effects to report to your doctor (such as depression).

• Fluticasone HFA Dosing

As this eMedTV Web page explains, fluticasone HFA inhalers are usually used twice daily to prevent asthma attacks. This page lists factors that can affect fluticasone HFA dosing (like your age), as well as some general tips on using the inhaler.

• Drug Interactions With Fluticasone HFA

This eMedTV page lists some of the drugs that can potentially interact with fluticasone HFA (like protease inhibitors). Drug interactions with fluticasone HFA can raise your risk of side effects by increasing the level of fluticasone HFA in your blood.

• Precautions and Warnings With Fluticasone HFA

Fluticasone HFA can cause an immediate worsening of asthma symptoms in some people. This eMedTV page discusses other precautions and warnings with fluticasone HFA, such as the safety of taking the drug while pregnant and people who shouldn't take it.