Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to prevent and treat asthma. It prevents the cells in the lungs and breathing passages from releasing substances that cause inflammation of the airways. This widens the airways and makes breathing easier.Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule should be use in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The effect of this medicine may be noticeable after a few days but will only reach its maximum after a few weeks. This medicine must be used regularly to be effective, so you should continue taking it even if you do not have any symptoms. If you stop taking it, your asthma may get worse.To get the most benefit from this medicine, you need to make sure you get your inhaler technique right. For normal hygiene, the mouthpiece of the inhaler should be cleaned weekly with a clean, dry tissue or cloth. You should not wash or put any part of the inhaler in water.The most common side effects of this medicine include upper respiratory tract infection, sinus infection, throat irritation, bronchitis, and voice change. If you experienced any of these side effects, or any other symptoms which you believe are caused by the medicine, you should let your doctor know. In general, you should try to avoid situations that make your asthma worse or triggers it and try not to smoke. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

'- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule does not cause any harmful side effects.

- Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

- Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

- Driving : None

No interaction found/established

- Kidney : None

No interaction found/established

- Liver : None

No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

strip of 20 capsules

Chemical Class :: Glucocorticoids
Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY
Action Class :: Glucocorticoids

Treatment and prevention of Asthma

Store below 30?C

Q. How does Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule work?::: Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of certain natural substances that cause allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness and pain.| Q. How long does Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule take to start working? ::: The time Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule requires to start working differs from person to person. However, you may get relief within 8 hours of starting Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule. It may even take several days before you see maximum benefits. In order to improve your symptoms faster, it is important to take the medicine regularly to gain maximum benefit from the medicine.| Q. My friend developed a severe allergic reaction when she started Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule. Could it be due to Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule even though it is used for allergy purposes?::: In very rare cases, Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule can cause serious allergic reactions such as rash, hives, breathing difficulty, swelling of the face, throat and tongue. It may also cause low blood pressure which may further cause lightheadedness and the patient may even faint. If these symptoms occur, you should immediately contact your doctor because such allergic reactions can be life threatening.| Q. My brother developed chickenpox while using Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule. Can Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule be responsible for chickenpox? What should be done?::: Yes, it could be possible. The reason being, Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule is a corticosteroid, which weakens the immune system of the body, making the body prone to infections such as chicken pox. You should immediately stop the medication and contact the doctor. The doctor may consider treating it with antiviral agents.| Q. What is Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule? What is it used for?::: Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called steroids, also known as corticosteroids. Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule is used to treat various allergic skin conditions such as eczema and atopic dermatitis. Ventiflo 100mcg Capsule effectively reduces symptoms associated with such conditions such as swelling, itching and redness.

Upper respiratory tract infection
Sinus infection
Throat irritation
Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
Voice change