Alvesco
Warnings
What may interact with Alvesco?
This medication may interact with the following:
-Clarithromycin
-Erythromycin
-Grapefruit juice
-Itraconazole
-Ketoconazole
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Alvesco
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Glaucoma
-Immune system problems
-Infection, especially a viral infection, such as chickenpox, cold sores, or herpes
-Injury of mouth or throat
-Osteoporosis, weak bones
-Recent surgery
-Taking steroids, such as dexamethasone or prednisone
-An unusual or allergic reaction to ciclesonide, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using Alvesco?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
NEVER use this medication for an acute asthma attack. You should use your short-acting rescue inhaler for an acute attack. If your symptoms get worse or if you need your short-acting inhalers more often, call your care team right away.
You and your care team should develop an Asthma Action Plan that is just for you. Be sure to know what to do if you are in the yellow (asthma is getting worse) or red (medical alert) zones.
This medication may increase your risk of getting an infection. Call your care team for advice if you get a fever, chills, or sore throat, or other symptoms of a cold or flu. Do not treat yourself. Try to avoid being around people who are sick.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep inhaler away from extreme heat, cold or humidity. Throw away when the dose counter reads "0" or after the expiration date, whichever is first.
To get rid of medication that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
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