fluticasone propionate oral inhaler, Flovent (Discontinued), Flovent Diskus, Flovent HFA (cont.)

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Omudhome Ogbru, PharmD

Omudhome Ogbru, PharmD

Dr. Ogbru received his Doctorate in Pharmacy from the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy in 1995. He completed a Pharmacy Practice Residency at the University of Arizona/University Medical Center in 1996. He was a Professor of Pharmacy Practice and a Regional Clerkship Coordinator for the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy from 1996-99.

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Jay W. Marks, MD

Jay W. Marks, MD

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Oral candidiasis or thrush (a fungal infection) may occur.

High doses of inhaled fluticasone may decrease formation and increase break-down of bone thereby weakening bones and promoting fractures.

Higher doses of fluticasone also may suppress the body's ability to make its own natural glucocorticoid in the adrenal gland. People with suppression of their adrenal glands (which can be diagnosed by a testing performed by doctors) need increased amounts of glucocorticoids, probably by the oral or intravenous route, during periods of high physical stress when glucocorticoids are particularly important.

Inhaled steroids may suppress growth, weaken the immune system, and may increase the risk of glaucoma (increased eye pressure), and cataracts.

Allergic reactions, including swelling of face, throat and tongue, rash, hives, and breathing problems also may occur.

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