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Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol
INFORMATION ABOUT FLUTICASONE FUROATE + UMECLIDINIUM + VILANTEROL
Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol Uses
Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.
How Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol works
Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol is a combination of fluticasone furoate, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone Furoate works by blocking the production of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Umeclidinium and vilanterol work by relaxing air passages in the lungs, making breathing easier.
Common side effects of Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Common cold, Fungal infection of mouth, Nasal congestion (stuffy nose), Inflammation of the nose, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Upper respiratory tract infection, Headache, Cough, Hoarseness of voice
CONTENT DETAILS
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Written By
Dr. Lipika Khurana
PGDHHM, BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Rajeev Sharma
MBA, MBBS
Last updated
04 Dec 2024 | 05:52 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol
- Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
- Start your day with a light exercise or walk to have improved breathing and a better quality of life.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- Inform your doctor if you experience difficulty urinating or frequent urination.
- Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
- Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
Frequently asked questions for Fluticasone Furoate + Umeclidinium + Vilanterol
Use one inhalation of Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol once daily, either morning or evening, but at the same time each day. This will keep you symptom-free throughout the day and night. Do not take more than 1 inhalation per day. After inhalation, rinse your mouth with water without swallowing.
Yes, it is advisable to use this medicine for as long as your doctor prescribes. It will only be effective as long as you are using it. Do not stop using it unless your doctor advises you to, even if you feel better, as your symptoms may get worse.
Before using Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol, tell your healthcare provider if you have medical conditions, including heart problems, high blood pressure, thyroid, liver and kidney problems, diabetes, and eye problems like glaucoma, you are allergic to any food or medicines, or you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol is an FDA-approved once-daily COPD medicine that combines 3 separate, long-acting medicines in one inhaler. It works to open airways, keep them open, and reduce inflammation for 24 hours for better breathing. Taking this medicine every day provides a long-acting, daily maintenance medication to help prevent symptoms from occurring (such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath).
No, Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol does not relieve sudden symptoms of COPD. This drug is used long-term as a once-daily medicine to help prevent symptoms of COPD for better breathing and to reduce the number of flare-ups. Do not take extra doses of this medicine to relieve these sudden symptoms. Always have a rescue inhaler (an inhaled, short-acting bronchodilator) with you to treat sudden symptoms. If you do not have a rescue inhaler, contact your doctor to have one prescribed for you.
No, this inhaler should not be used in children younger than 18 years of age, as the safety and efficacy of Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol have not been established in pediatric patients.
Yes, you may get a fungal infection or thrush inside your mouth with the use of this inhaler. Rinse your mouth with water without swallowing after using Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol to help reduce your chance of getting thrush.
No, you should not smoke while taking Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol. Smoking irritates the lungs and will worsen your condition. Take advice from your doctor if you are finding it hard to avoid smoking.
Yes, it could be due to Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol. For any kind of pain after using Fluticasone Furoate+Umeclidinium+Vilanterol, it is advisable to take sufficient rest, have a good diet, and avoid alcohol. Usually headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.