Flutiform is a preventer inhaler that uses a combination of two active ingredients to help you breathe easier and reduce inflammation.
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Flutiform is an aerosol inhaler, also known as a pressurised metered dose inhaler (pMDI), which contains two active ingredients: fluticasone and formoterol. This combination inhaler is suitable for people with severe asthma to help prevent long-term symptoms.
Fluticasone is used to reduce swelling and inflammation in the lungs. Formoterol keeps the airways in your lungs open, allowing you to breathe easier.
Using a Flutiform inhaler as part of your regular asthma treatment will, in the long term, improve your breathing and stop you from feeling wheezy and breathless.
What is it used for?
Flutiform is a preventer inhaler meaning it will help you manage and improve your asthma symptoms over a long period. It is usually for those with severe asthma because of the higher doses of ingredients. Fluticasone is an inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) and this steroid reduces certain cells in the lung from releasing a chemical that causes inflammation in the lungs. This is what causes you to have a tight chest.
Formoterol is a long-acting bronchodilator (LABA), also known as a long-acting beta 2 agonist. LABAs work by preventing the airways in your lungs from being blocked (which causes wheezing and breathlessness) so it’s easier to breathe.
Flutiform inhaler won’t work if you’re having an asthma attack. If you already have a tight chest and are feeling wheezy then you need to use a fast-acting reliever inhaler like salbutamol.
What doses does Flutiform come in?
Flutiform comes in several doses and your clinician will prescribe you the safest dose to help treat your asthma symptoms.
If you have severe asthma, you might be recommended the 250mcg fluticasone/10mcg formoterol strength.
If you’ve got moderate symptoms, then you might be prescribed the 125mcg fluticasone/5mcg formoterol dose.
For mild symptoms, a clinician might advise the 50 mcg fluticasone/5mcg formoterol dose.
What types of Flutiform inhalers are there?
Currently, Flutiform only comes in one form, as an aerosol inhaler (also called a pMDI). This type of inhaler is button-activated, so you’ll need to sync releasing the dose with taking a breath in.
There was another form called Flutiform K-haler and it was bioequivalent to (the same as) Flutiform. It came as a breath-actuated inhaler meaning the dose was activated by breathing in rather than pressing down on the inhaler. It came in two different doses: 125mcg/5mcg and 50mcg/5mcg.
The Flutiform K-haler was discontinued in August 2021.
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You should use your Flutiform inhaler regularly every day: two puffs in the morning and two puffs in the evening. The inhaler has a counter on it so you can keep track of how much is left. It should be green to start with. If there are less than 50 it will change to yellow. When there are less than 30 puffs it will change to red and you should order a new inhaler.
Before you use your inhaler you should prime it so you know it works properly. Remove the mouth cover, shake the inhaler, then release 4 puffs. Your inhaler is now ready to use.
Remove the mouthpiece cover and shake well
Breathe out as deeply and slowly as you can
Place the inhaler in your mouth and with your finger(s) on top of the canister
As you breathe in, press down on the inhaler to release a puff
Breathe in slowly and deeply again for 4-5 seconds
Hold your breath and remove the inhaler. Hold as long as you can.
Breathe out and repeat the steps for your second puff.
I don’t think it’s working, what should I do?
If you are still feeling wheezy and breathless whilst using Flutiform, still use it but please contact your clinician so they can advise you on any further treatment you may need. Once your asthma is under control, a clinician may start to reduce your dose of Flutiform.
If you have used too much of your inhaler, please speak to your doctor as soon as you can as this can cause serious side effects. Large doses may cause lower steroid hormone levels which can affect how well the adrenal glands work.
If you’ve forgotten to use your inhaler, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose.
Is there a technique to use Flutiform inhalers?
If you have difficulty using your inhaler, ask your prescriber as you may need a spacer device called AeroChamber Plus Flow-Vu. This spacer device will help you to breathe in the medicine properly. They will correctly show you how to use it with the inhaler to ensure that it’s effective in your treatment for asthma.
If you have used any aerosol inhaler before, then you can use the same technique and apply it to a Flutiform inhaler. The only difference is that Flutiform inhalers also have a counter so you can keep track of how many doses are left.
If you need more help, get in touch with one of our clinicians and they’d be happy to help.
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Are there any side effects for Flutiform?
Answer:
Speak to your prescriber if you have any concerns about using Flutiform. Some uncommon symptoms you may experience include headaches, irregular heartbeat, or a sore throat.
It may feel like your asthma feels worse and in this case, tell your doctor as your dosage may need to be changed. If you‘re experiencing an asthma attack make sure to use your reliever inhaler.
The active ingredient formoterol has been linked to several effects such as low levels of potassium in the blood, abnormal heart rhythm, sickness, and muscle pain. However, they have not been reported during clinical trials of Flutiform inhalers.
It’s also important to know that inhaled corticosteroids can affect the normal levels of steroid hormones produced by the adrenal gland but this is less likely when compared to oral tablets. Inhaled steroids can be used in smaller doses, are safer to use long-term and therefore have fewer side effects than tablets.
Can you use Flutiform for COPD?
Answer:
Although Flutiform contains fluticasone, which can be used to treat COPD, it shouldn’t be used for COPD. If you have a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease your doctor will suggest which inhalers can be used to treat your symptoms.
People with COPD will need an inhaler that has the correct dosage of fluticasone to help treat their symptoms.
Are there any alternatives to Flutiform?
Answer:
There is no alternative inhaler to Flutiform that contains the same combination of active ingredients (other than the K-haler which has been discontinued).
However, you may have the option of using separate inhalers that contain each active ingredient:
Flixotide Evohaler or Accuhaler which contains fluticasone; and: Atimos Modulite, Formoterol Easyhaler, Oxis Turbohaler which contains formoterol.
If you have severe asthma, our clinicians will show you the best options to control your symptoms. Most likely this will be a combination treatment of a corticosteroid and a LABA.
Can Flutiform cause weight gain?
Answer:
There is only a small amount of evidence to say that the corticosteroids in inhalers can cause you to gain weight. As the action of fluticasone works locally on the lungs, it’s unlikely that it will cause weight gain. Having asthma, especially moderate to severe asthma, makes it harder to exercise as it sometimes can be a trigger. Using steroids or corticosteroids for a long period, especially a high dose, can make you feel hungrier than normal because they affect your metabolism.
In the long-term, it’s beneficial to use a preventer inhaler like Flutiform for your asthma. Eventually you’ll see a positive effect on your lung and breathing health. If you are concerned about gaining weight when using your asthma inhaler, you can talk to us and we’ll offer expert advice.
How is Flutiform different from other inhalers?
Answer:
Flutiform is a combined inhaler used to prevent asthma symptoms long-term. There are several other options for combined inhalers. Symbicort and Fostair both contain the active reliever ingredient formoterol and one other ingredient. They can both be used for asthma and COPD. Seretide contains the same preventer (fluticasone) and reliever (salmeterol) ingredients, and comes as an aerosol inhaler and a dry powder inhaler. Ventolin only contains salbutamol which is a bronchodilator, and can only be used as a reliever when you’re having an asthma attack.
Depending on the severity of your asthma, you can use a combo inhaler to prevent long-term asthma problems. You can use a short-acting beta agonist like albuterol before engaging with any triggers, such as exercise. You should only use a reliever inhaler during an asthma attack, but you can combine it with any other inhaler as part of your treatment.
Do I need a prescription for Flutiform?
Answer:
Yes. Flutiform is only for people with moderate to severe asthma so our clinicians will need to check it’s the safest dose for you.
Why should I buy Flutiform online with Treated?
Answer:
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