Arnuity®

INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS

INHALED CORTICOSTEROID (ICS)

  • Class

    • Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)

  • Active ingredient

    • Fluticasone furoate

  • Device

  • Age

    • 12 +
  • Typical use

    • Asthma
      Initial controller

    Asthma management principles
    • COPD (off-label)
      in addition to a dual bronchodilation (LAMA/LABA) when exacerbating

    COPD management principles
  • Marketed strength

    • 100 mcg
    • 200 mcg
  • Number of doses

    • 30 doses
  • Dose indicator

    • Yes | Numerical
  • Usual adult dosage

    • Low to medium | 100 mcg – 1 inh QD
      High | 200 mcg – 1 inh QD
      Maximum daily dose: 200 mcg

    ICS dosing
  • Usual pediatric dosage

    • 12-17 years
      See adult dosage

    ICS dosing
  • Required inspiratory flow

    • > 30 - 60 L/min 
      Medium-low internal resistance (R2)

    Inspiratory flows
  • Public coverage

    • All provinces | Open/Regular Benefit

  • Advantages

    • Once daily dosing
    • Easy handling
    • Precise dose counter
  • Disadvantages

    • Expensive

    • More dysphonia

    • Lip sealing difficult for some older patients

    Side effects

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