Inhalopédia | Inhalers

Class
- Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS)
Active ingredient
- Fluticasone propionate
Device
- Diskus®
Inhalers techniques and maintenance
Age
- 4 +
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
- 250 mcg
- 500 mcg
Number of doses
- 60 doses
Dose indicator
- Yes | Numerical
Usual adult dosage
- Low | 100 mcg – 1 inh BID
  Medium | 250 mcg – 1 inh BID
  High | 500 mcg – 1 inh BID
  Maximum daily dose: 2000 mcg
ICS dosing
Usual pediatric dosage
- 4-5 years
  
  Not recommended
  
  6-11 years
  Low | 100 mcg – 1 inh BID
  Medium | 250 mcg – 1 inh QD
  
  12-17 years
  See adult dosage
ICS dosing
Required inspiratory flow
- > 30 - 60 L/min
  Medium-low internal resistance (R2)
Inspiratory flows
Public coverage
- 100 mcg | all provinces except AB - MN | Open/Regular Benefit
  100 mcg | AB - MN | Not a benefit
  250 mcg and 500 mcg | all provinces | Open/Regular Benefit
Advantages
- Precise dose counter
Disadvantages
- BID dosing
Side effects

Product monograph

Dowanload

Flovent®