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as-needed fluticasone propionate
Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation in the body.
Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation in the body. Used for Asthma, Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
At a glance
| Generic name | as-needed fluticasone propionate |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Milton S. Hershey Medical Center |
| Drug class | Corticosteroid |
| Target | Glucocorticoid receptor |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Respiratory |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
It does this by binding to glucocorticoid receptors, which then decrease the production of inflammatory cytokines and increase the production of anti-inflammatory cytokines. This leads to a decrease in the symptoms associated with inflammation.
Approved indications
- Asthma
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Common side effects
- Oral thrush
- Headache
- Cough
- Throat irritation
- Hoarseness
Key clinical trials
- A Study to Test if a Fixed-Dose Combination of Fluticasone Propionate/Albuterol Sulfate is Effective in Preventing Asthma Exacerbations (PHASE3)
- As Needed Versus Regular Intranasal Corticosteroid in Children With Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PHASE3)
- Thread Embedding Acupuncture For Rhinitis Allergy (NA)
- Vibroacoustic Therapy With Oscillating Positive Expiratory Pressure in the Treatment of Nasal Congestion (NA)
- Acupuncture for Persistent Dyspnea Despite Medical Treatment in COPD (NA)
- Efficacy and Safety of Auricular Acupressure in Treating Allergic Rhinitis (NA)
- Efficacy of Intermittent Tiotropium in Early Childhood Wheezing (PHASE4)
- Effects of a Orally Inhaled Fluticasone Furoate on Growth Velocity in Prepubertal, Paediatric Subjects With Asthma Over a Year (PHASE4)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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