Flovent HFA Inhl

Flovent HFA Inhl Side Effects

Dry or irritated throat, stuffy nose, hoarseness, or coughing may occur as your body adjusts to this drug. A bad taste in the mouth or flu-like symptoms may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:

• white patches in your mouth or on your tongue
• persistent coughing
• increased wheezing/trouble breathing

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

• chest pain or discomfort
• numbness/tingling of the hands/feet
• mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, agitation)

A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include:

• rash
• itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
• dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Flovent HFA Inhl Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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