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Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is used to prevent and manage symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and breathing difficulty. It helps improve lung function, reduces the frequency and severity of asthma attacks, and supports better day-to-day breathing control with regular use. This medicine aids in maintaining long-term respiratory health and improves overall quality of life in patients with chronic airway conditions.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

Inhalation

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is primarily used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml contains fluticasone propionate, a corticosteroid, which calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe.

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is for inhalation only. Some people may experience side effects like headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, and fungal infection in the mouth. If any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not use Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is used in the management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The detailed uses of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml are as follows:

  • Manages Asthma: Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is used as a maintenance therapy to prevent and control asthma symptoms, such as shortness of breath and wheezing, by reducing inflammation in the airways and making breathing easier.
  • Manages Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml helps treat and prevent chronic bronchitis (inflammation of the airways) and emphysema (shortness of breath) associated with COPD.

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Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Hold the inhaler with the mouthpiece facing down. Place it between your teeth and close your lips around it. Press the inhaler once and breathe in slowly. Hold your breath for 5 to 10 seconds, then breathe out gently. Repeat as many puffs as your doctor prescribed.
  • Rinse your mouth with water after use.
  • Clean the inhaler according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Key Benefits

  • Helps relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness.
  • Reduces inflammation and swelling in the airways, improving breathing comfort.
  • Supports long-term control of asthma and COPD symptoms with regular use.
  • Helps prevent asthma and COPD flare-ups and reduces the need for rescue inhalers.

How Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml Works

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml contains fluticasone propionate. It calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml

An overdose of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may cause unpleasant effects. If you experience any unusual symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not use Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml if you are allergic to any of the components.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, cataracts, adrenal suppression, bone density problems, impaired adrenal function, hypercorticism, tuberculosis, fungal, bacterial, viral or parasitic infections, kidney or liver problems.
  • Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is not recommended for children below 4 years.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml with Mifepristone may make Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml less effective as a therapy.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml with Mifepristone is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml with Clarithromycin may significantly increase the absorption of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clarithromycin and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneDelavirdine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Delavirdine and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may significantly increase the absorption of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Delavirdine and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml with posaconazole may increase the level of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in the blood and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml and posaconazole, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience muscle weakness, acne, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
FluticasoneAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may significantly increase the absorption of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml into the blood stream.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, muscle weakness, depression, acne, thinning skin, stretch marks, easy bruising, bone density loss, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
FluticasoneTelithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
When Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is taken with Telithromycin, it can lower the rate at which Telithromycin is broken down in the body.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml and Telithromycin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms - swelling, weight gain, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, weak muscles, feeling down, acne, thinning skin, easy bruising, irregular periods, too much facial or body hair, strange fat distribution, bruising, infection, or a bad asthma attack - make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FluticasoneSaquinavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Saquinavir may increase the absorption of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml into the bloodstream and increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml and Saquinavir together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Desmopressin with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may increase the risk of hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
If you have to use Desmopressin and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml together, a doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to safely use both medications. However, if you experience loss of appetite, headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy (very tired), irritability, difficulty concentrating, weakness, unsteadiness, memory impairment, confusion, muscle spasm, decreased urination, and/or sudden weight gain, contact a doctor immediately as these may be symptoms of water intoxication (water poisoning) and hyponatremia (low levels of salt in the blood). Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Co-administration of Ketoconazole and Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may significantly increase the absorption of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml into the bloodstream.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml and Ketoconazole together, doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as weight gain, high blood pressure, swelling, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, bone density loss, cataracts, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml:
Taking Ceritinib together with Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may increase the blood levels of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml and Ceritinib together, your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor you more frequently to use both medications safely. However, if you experience side effects such as high blood pressure, swelling, muscle weakness, acne, depression, thinning skin, easy bruising, stretch marks, menstrual irregularities, excessive growth of facial or body hair, and abnormal distribution of body fat, especially in the face, neck, back, and waist, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Personal Hygiene & Environment:

  • Keep your hygiene in check to reduce exposure to infections and allergens.
  • Maintain clean and neat surroundings to minimise dust and irritants.
  • Avoid contact with dust as it may worsen respiratory symptoms.

Dietary Habits:

  • Include ginger in your daily intake, as its anti-inflammatory properties help relax airway membranes.
  • Avoid processed foods high in sugar and fat, as they may trigger inflammation.
  • Reduce daily salt intake and replace it with herbs or spices like garlic, ginger, and turmeric.
  • Avoid foods that are known to trigger allergies.

Stress Management:

  • Exercise regularly to help reduce stress and improve overall immunity.
  • Practise meditation to calm the mind and support better breathing.
  • Try deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

Lifestyle Modifications:

  • Stop smoking, as quitting can significantly reduce the severity and frequency of symptoms.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[CORTICOSTEROIDS]
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is excreted in human milk. It is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks the benefits are greater than the risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml to be taken with caution in patients with hepatic disease.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

The safety and effectiveness of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in children under the age of 4 have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Limited information is available about the use of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in patients with heart problems. Please consult your doctor before using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml should be used in elderly patients only when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in older adults, please consult your doctor.

FAQs

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml calms the immune system and reduces swelling in the lungs. Thereby, making it easier to breathe. Thus, Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml provides relief from symptoms such as shortness of breath or wheezing (whistling sound while breathing).

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml is used to prevent and treat symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml does not work right away. After 3 to 7 days of using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml, you may notice an improvement in the symptoms.

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may cause oral thrush. To prevent this, after using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml, rinse your mouth or brush your teeth.

If you miss a dose of Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Please do not stop using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml on your own. Breathing problems may return if you suddenly stop using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml. Therefore, take Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml for as long as your doctor has advised.

No, it is recommended not to use Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in TB patients. Using Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml in TB patients may worsen the condition. Please consult the doctor and seek medical advice if you have any queries.

Flohale 0.5 mg Respules 5 x 2 ml may cause side effects like headache, sore throat, hoarse voice, and fungal infection in the mouth. If any of the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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