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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Flovent-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Flovent as follows: Individuals with history of immunosuppression or taking any immunosuppressant medications, such as, individuals with autoimmune disorders and individuals who underwent organ transplants, must be cautious regarding using Flovent inhalations. These individuals can be at increased risk for opportunistic bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Individuals taking other steroid medications, such as, Prednisone or Cortisol, for other health issues can be at significant risk [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Flovent-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Flovent as follows: Gargle and rinse the mouth with water after every dose of Flovent inhalation. Spit out this water after rinsing and do not swallow. This helps prevent opportunistic candida infection in the oral cavity. Diabetics using Flovent inhalations should keep a close watch on everyday blood sugar readings. Poor blood sugar control can result from Flovent inhalations and should be reported to the [...]

Contraindications for Using Flovent-3

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Flovent as follows: Opportunistic infection Flovent inhalations should be used cautiously in individuals with history of opportunistic infections, as it can result in immunosuppression and flaring up of infections, such as, candida, secondary bacterial and viral infections. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of opportunistic infections, if any, and safety with the use of Flovent. Carefully watch for any throat irritation, undiagnosed productive cough, fever, stomach upset, [...]

Contraindications for Using Flovent-2

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Flovent as follows: Congestive heart failure Flovent inhalations should be used cautiously in individuals with congestive heart failure, as they can result in retention of sodium and water, which adds extra load to an already failing heart. This can result in unresolved edema and worsening symptoms of heart failure, such as, exacerbation of shortness of breath. Any such findings should be reported to the physician, to facilitate a [...]

Contraindications for Using Flovent-1

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Flovent as follows: Elevated blood sugars Flovent inhalations should be used cautiously in diabetic patients, as their long-term use can result in increased insulin resistance and increased synthesis of glucose from sources other than carbohydrates. Increased insulin resistance and synthesis of extra glucose result in elevated blood sugars, contribute towards impaired blood sugar control, and can be detrimental in diabetic patients. Elevated blood sugars and poorly managed diabetes, [...]