CICLESONIDE
(Alvesco)Standard Prescription
ciclesonide ___mcg/puff inhaler: __puff(s) inh __(frequency)
Dosages
Low dose: 100-200 mcg/dose inhaled once daily
Medium dose: >200-400 mcg/dose inhaled once daily
High dose: 400 mcg/dose inhaled once to twice daily
Medium dose: >200-400 mcg/dose inhaled once daily
High dose: 400 mcg/dose inhaled once to twice daily
Mechanism of Action
Inhaled corticosteroid
Forms Supplied
MDI inhaler:
100 mcg/puff (120doses/canister).
200mcg/puff (30 doses/canister).
100 mcg/puff (120doses/canister).
200mcg/puff (30 doses/canister).
Comments
Use with valved holding chamber (e.g. Aerochamber) recommended.
Significant improvements may be seen within 4-7 days.
Dose depends upon severity and response. Titrate to lowest effective dose.
High dose may be associated with significant side effects - refer to asthma specialists.
Side effects: dysphonia, hoarseness and oral thrush may be present but less prevalent than other inhaled corticosteroids. Rinse mouth after inhalation.
100 mcg ciclesonide= 125 mcg fluticasone = 100 mcg beclomethasone dipropionate = 200 mcg budesonide
Health Canada approved age of use is >6 years old
Significant improvements may be seen within 4-7 days.
Dose depends upon severity and response. Titrate to lowest effective dose.
High dose may be associated with significant side effects - refer to asthma specialists.
Side effects: dysphonia, hoarseness and oral thrush may be present but less prevalent than other inhaled corticosteroids. Rinse mouth after inhalation.
100 mcg ciclesonide= 125 mcg fluticasone = 100 mcg beclomethasone dipropionate = 200 mcg budesonide
Health Canada approved age of use is >6 years old
References
127, 189, 197, 198
Last Edited
2022-06-17 04:15:29