FLUTICATONE VILO 100

FLUTICATONE VILO 100 is prescribed for the long-term maintenance treatment of asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) in adults and adolescents. It belongs to a class of medicines that combine two active ingredients working through different mechanisms to give comprehensive airway control from a single daily dose.

Fluticasone furoate is an inhaled corticosteroid that works locally inside the lungs to reduce inflammation, swelling, and mucus production in the airway lining. Persistent inflammation is one of the core drivers of asthma and COPD symptoms, and by controlling it, fluticasone furoate reduces the frequency and severity of flare-ups over time.

Vilanterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist (LABA) that relaxes the smooth muscles surrounding the airways, keeping them open (bronchodilation) for a full 24 hours after a single inhalation. This makes breathing easier and reduces the feeling of tightness or wheezing that patients with obstructive airway disease commonly experience.

Together, these two mechanisms make FLUTICATONE VILO 100 a maintenance therapy, not a rescue inhaler. It is taken every day, at the same time, regardless of whether symptoms are present that day, because its role is to prevent attacks before they start rather than to treat one that is already underway.

Product Information

Why FLUTICATONE VILO 100 Is Important

Uncontrolled asthma and COPD are progressive conditions. Repeated inflammation and bronchoconstriction, if left untreated, can lead to permanent airway remodeling, declining lung function, frequent hospital visits, and a significantly reduced quality of life. What makes fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation clinically important is that it addresses both halves of the disease process in one device:

• It doesn't just relieve symptoms temporarily — it targets the underlying inflammation that causes symptoms to recur.
• The 24-hour duration means patients need only one inhalation per day, which is a major factor in improving real-world adherence. Many respiratory therapies fail not because the drug doesn't work, but because complex multiple-times-a-day dosing schedules are hard to maintain — this combination removes that barrier.
• For COPD patients specifically, consistent ICS/LABA therapy has been shown in clinical literature to reduce the rate of exacerbations, which are a leading cause of hospitalization and disease progression in this population.

For patients living in Indian cities with high air pollution load, seasonal allergens, and occupational dust exposure, having a reliable once-daily controller therapy is particularly valuable in reducing the unpredictability of asthma and COPD symptoms.

Key Benefits

• Provides 24-hour bronchodilation and anti-inflammatory control from a single daily dose
• Improves lung function (FEV1) and reduces breathlessness during daily activities
• Reduces the frequency and severity of asthma/COPD exacerbations
• Simplifies treatment adherence with once-daily dosing compared to twice-daily inhaler regimens
• Helps reduce nighttime and early-morning symptoms common in poorly controlled asthma
• Dry powder inhaler format is breath-activated — no need to coordinate a puff with inhalation, making it easier for elderly patients and children (as prescribed) to use correctly
• Supports long-term disease stability, reducing reliance on emergency rescue inhalers and oral steroid courses

Precautions

• Not intended for the relief of acute bronchospasm or sudden asthma attacks — a fast-acting rescue inhaler (e.g., salbutamol) should always be available separately
• Should be used with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, or seizure disorders, as LABAs can occasionally affect heart rate
• Caution advised in patients with active or latent tuberculosis, respiratory infections, or ocular herpes simplex due to the corticosteroid component
• Not recommended for patients with severe hepatic impairment without dose adjustment guidance
• Should not be discontinued suddenly, as this may worsen underlying asthma/COPD control
• Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only under direct medical supervision
• Keep out of reach of children; pediatric use only as specifically prescribed

Side Effects

• Headache
• Nasopharyngitis (common cold-like symptoms)
• Oral candidiasis (thrush) — reduced by rinsing mouth after use
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Hoarseness of voice (dysphonia)
• Back pain
• Rarely: palpitations, tremors, or muscle cramps
• Rarely: signs of adrenal suppression with prolonged high-dose use

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I buy fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation online?

You can buy fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation through licensed online pharmacies or authorized pharmaceutical suppliers in India. Before purchasing, verify the product name, strengths, inhaler device, manufacturer, batch number, and expiry date.

2. What is the price of fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation?

The price may vary depending on the brand, strength, inhaler device, pack size, manufacturer, seller, taxes, and delivery charges. Check the current price with a licensed pharmacy or authorized supplier.

3. Can I order fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation online?

Yes, this inhaled medicine can generally be ordered online through licensed pharmacies or authorized suppliers where legally available. A valid prescription may be required because it is a prescription respiratory medicine.

4. Is fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation available from Steris Healthcare?

Availability depends on Steris Healthcare's current product range and stock status. Contact Steris Healthcare or an authorized distributor to confirm the available strength, inhaler formulation, pack size, price, and ordering details.

5. What is fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation used for?

Fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation is used for the maintenance treatment of certain chronic respiratory conditions, particularly asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), depending on the specific product and approved indication. Fluticasone furoate is an inhaled corticosteroid that helps reduce airway inflammation, while vilanterol is a long-acting bronchodilator that helps relax airway muscles and improve airflow. It is not intended to provide immediate relief during a sudden breathing attack.

6. What is the composition of fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation?

The active ingredients are Fluticasone Furoate and Vilanterol in an inhalation powder formulation. The exact strength of each ingredient depends on the specific product and should be checked on the inhaler packaging or prescription.

7. Is a prescription required?

Yes, fluticasone furoate and vilanterol inhalation products are generally prescription medicines. Use them only according to the advice of a qualified healthcare professional and follow the dispensing requirements of the pharmacy.

8. How should fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation be taken?

Use the inhaler exactly as demonstrated and prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist. The medicine is inhaled through the mouth using the supplied inhaler device, generally on a regular schedule. Do not swallow the powder or use extra doses for sudden breathing difficulty. If prescribed for asthma, rinse your mouth with water after inhalation to help reduce the risk of oral fungal infection.

9. What should I know before buying fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation?

Before buying, verify the exact strengths, inhaler device, manufacturer, batch number, expiry date, and storage instructions. Tell your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, osteoporosis, tuberculosis or other infections, liver problems, or a history of milk-protein allergy if relevant to the formulation. Also disclose all medicines and inhalers you currently use.

10. How can I order fluticasone furoate and vilanterol powder for inhalation online?

To order this inhalation powder online, choose a licensed pharmacy or authorized pharmaceutical supplier, select the exact prescribed formulation and inhaler strength, provide a valid prescription if required, verify the product and expiry details, and complete the purchase through the supplier's ordering process.