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Alvesco is an inhalation anti inflammatory that helps in the treatment of asthma. Its use must be made by mouth using a pump.
The drug contains Ciclesonide in its composition and is produced by the Takeda laboratory, and can be purchased at pharmacies with a prescription.
Price
Alvesco costs on average 100 reais.
Indications
Alvesco is indicated for the prevention and treatment of asthma in adults and children from 4 years of age.
In addition, it helps in the long-term prevention of bronchospasm.
How to use
Alvesco must be inhaled through the mouth and must always be used at the same time. Generally, the doctor recommends for children 4 to 11 years of age: 80 to 160 mcg per day and for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age: 80 to 640 mcg per day.
Side effects
The drug can cause back and joint pain, nasal congestion, sore throat, sinusitis, respiratory infection, inflammation of the nose and throat and headache.
Contraindications
The use of Alvesco is contraindicated in case of allergy to any of the components and should not be used in children under 4 years old.
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