Fluticasone Propionate

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Fluticasone Propionate

Alternative Names: Flovent

Fluticasone propionate is a steroid medication often used for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) to help reduce inflammation in the esophagus. It usually comes as an asthma inhaler, but instead of breathing it into the lungs, people with EoE swallow the medication so it coats the esophagus. Many people report less trouble swallowing and fewer episodes of food getting stuck after treatment, although results can vary from person to person. Studies have shown that it can reduce inflammation in many patients with EoE. A common side effect is thrush, a yeast infection in the mouth or esophagus.

Treatment Type: Prescription Medication

Treatment Class: Corticosteroids

Treatment Modality: Oral

Review Summary

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Based on the review provided, Fluticasone Propionate (Flovent) is reported to be effective for eosinophilic esophagitis when swallowed to coat the esophagus. Many people report improvement in swallowing difficulties, food impaction, and esophageal irritation, and it is recommended as a treatment option in gastroenterology guidelines for EoE.

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Breakdown by Category

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Affordable

Relief Speed

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1 = No Relief 5 = Immediate Relief

2.0

Slow Relief

Side Effects

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1 = Intolerable Effect 5 = No Effect

4.0

Mild Effect

Treatment Line

3.0

1 = Third-line or more 5 = First-line

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Second Line

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Cost

Very Expensive

$1000+

Expensive

$501 to $1000

Moderate Cost

$101 to $500

Affordable

$25 to $100

Very Affordable

$25

Relief Speed

No Relief

No noticeable improvement

Slow Relief

Several days to weeks

Moderate Relief

Within 1 - 3 days

Fast Relief

Within hours

Immediate Relief

Within minutes

Side Effect

Intolerable Side Effect

Caused treatment to stop or required hospitalization

Severe Side Effect

Difficult to tolerate, may require intervention

Moderate Side Effect

Noticeable, but manageable

Mild Side Effect

Minor, not bothersome

No Side Effect

Without any adverse effects

Treatment Line

Third-line or more

Used after second-line failed or multiple prior treatment

Second-line

Used after first-line treatment failed or was unsuitable

First-line

First treatment tried

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2 months ago

Flovent is an inhaled steroid that is commonly used off-label for eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Instead of breathing the medication into the lungs like with asthma, people with EoE swallow the inhaler medication so it coats the esophagus and helps reduce inflammation. Many people report improvement in swallowing, food getting stuck, and irritation, and swallowed fluticasone is recommended as a treatment option in gastroenterology guidelines for EoE.

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