Brand name(s)

ArmonAir RespiClick 113, Arnuity Ellipta, Flovent Diskus, Flovent HFA

What it is

Flovent (fluticasone) is a corticosteroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

What it treats

Flovent is used to prevent asthma attacks. This medicine will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun. Flovent is sometimes used together with steroid medicine taken by mouth. This medicine is for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years...