{"product_id":"flixotide-evohaler-250mcg","title":"Flixotide Evohaler 250mcg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlixotide Evohaler 250mcg\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription-only preventer inhaler. It contains the active ingredient \u003cb\u003efluticasone propionate\u003c\/b\u003e, a potent inhaled corticosteroid used for the long-term management and prophylactic treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adults and older adolescents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Medical Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMechanism of Action\u003c\/b\u003e: It works by directly reducing swelling, irritation, and mucus formation in the small airways of the lungs. This makes breathing easier and significantly lowers the frequency of asthma attacks over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eClassification\u003c\/b\u003e: This is a \"preventer\" medication. It \u003cb\u003ecannot\u003c\/b\u003e be used as a rescue or reliever inhaler to treat sudden, acute asthma attacks or breathing difficulties. A fast-acting bronchodilator (like Salbutamol\/Ventolin) must always be used for immediate relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTherapeutic Onset\u003c\/b\u003e: It must be used consistently every single day, even when you feel completely well. The therapeutic effects generally take between 4 to 7 days to fully manifest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDevice Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e: The Evohaler is a pressurized metered-dose inhaler (pMDI) that delivers a precise aerosol spray when the canister is manually depressed. The standard unit contains 120 actuations (puffs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDosage and Administration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdult Dosage\u003c\/b\u003e: The standard starting dose for moderate to severe asthma typically ranges from 100 to 1,000 micrograms taken twice daily, adjusted by a physician to the lowest effective maintenance dose. Because the 250mcg strength is highly potent, it is classified as a high-dose steroid treatment and is rarely appropriate for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrucial Administration Step\u003c\/b\u003e: You must always rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out after every use. This mechanical rinsing removes residual medication from the oral cavity, which dramatically reduces the clinical risk of developing oral thrush (a fungal yeast infection) or throat irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GSK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53617111630124,"sku":null,"price":1935.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.africa\/products\/flixotide-evohaler-250mcg","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}