# Fluticasone Propionate (Flonase)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/fluticasone-propionate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Fluticasone Propionate?

Fluticasone Propionate (brand name: Flonase) is a corticosteroid (inhaled/nasal) taken nasal. It is prescribed to treat rhinitis, allergic, perennial. Across the United States, 218,000 doctors prescribe Fluticasone to approximately 4.6 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Flonase

## Indications

Fluticasone Propionate is prescribed for the treatment of rhinitis, allergic and perennial.

## Conditions treated

- [Rhinitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rhinitis)
- [Allergic](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/allergic)
- [Perennial](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/perennial)

## Mechanism of action

reducing swelling in the airways

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Corticosteroid (Inhaled/Nasal)
- Route of administration: NASAL

## Common side effects

bronchitis, cough, swelling

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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