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Is Flixotide-125 Advisable While Allergic To Full Fat Diary Products?

Posted on Wed, 12 Jul 2017

Question: Hi, my doctor has prescribed me flixotide 125 cfc free Inhaler as a preventor to start after I do my spirometry test for asthma. However I am allergic to full fat dairy products and I am wondering if it will be ok to use as it says Do not use Flixotide Accuhaler if you have ever had an allergic reaction to fluticasone propionate, lactose or milk protein. I am allergic to full fat dairy. Will this be ok to use? thank you.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (11 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, you can use fluticasone propionate inhaler.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your direct query on HCM.
I can understand your concern.
First of all sorry for late reply as I was busy.
Yes, you can definitely use fluticasone propionate. No need to worry for this.
Fluticasone inhaler is the treatment of choice for asthma prevention. And it can be used in people with full fat dairy products allergy.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. And sorry for late reply. Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (13 hours later)

Thank you so much, that's ok. I am also wondering how long it will take to fully be effective? I did my spirometry test today so I should know the results in a few days.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It will show effect once you start using it.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
It will show its effect once you start using it.
And have they check for post bronchodilator reversibility?
I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng