A fluticasone Nasal Spray delivers a corticosteroid to the lungs to reduce inflammation, preventing symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath from asthma or COPD, but won't stop an acute attack. It works by calming the immune system and decreasing swelling in airways, requiring regular, daily use for best results, and rinsing the mouth after use helps prevent oral thrush. Common forms include fluticasone propionate, sometimes combined with other bronchodilators like formoterol or salmeterol for better control. 

How it works

• Reduces inflammation: Fluticasone is a steroid that lessens swelling and irritation in the bronchial tubes.

• Prevents attacks: It's a controller medication, meaning it prevents future asthma attacks, not treats sudden ones.

• Combination therapy: Often combined with long-acting beta-agonists (LABAs) like salmeterol or vilanterol (e.g., Seroflo, Breo) for enhanced bronchodilation. 

How to use

• Follow instructions: Use as prescribed; it's for daily maintenance.

• Rinse mouth: Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out after each use to prevent oral thrush.

• Don't share: This medication is for your use only.

• For acute attacks: You need a separate short-acting inhaler (like albuterol) for sudden symptoms.