#10: fluticasone (Flovent) | Inhaled Corticosteroid Used for Asthma and COPD

Fluticasone is an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Some of the brand names are Flovent and Arnuity Ellipta. This drug is a potent local vasoconstrictor as well as an anti-inflammatory agent. The main indication is in the treatment of asthma with off label uses in COPD and EoE. Dosing is based on prior ICS treatment and/or level of severity. The furoate form is generally preferred over the propionate form due to a better binding affinity. The main side effect and counseling point is for oral candidiasis (Thrush).  Go to DrugCardsDaily.com for episode show notes which consist of the drug summary, quiz, and link to the drug card for FREE! Please SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW, and RATE on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever your favorite place to listen to podcasts are. The main goal is to go over the Top 200 Drugs with the occasional drug of interest. Also, if you’d like to say hello, suggest a drug, or leave some feedback I’d really appreciate hearing from you! Leave a voice message at anchor.fm/drugcardsdaily or find me on twitter @drugcardsdaily