Ciclesonide

What Are The Uses Of Ciclesonide?

Ciclesonide, a man made steroid, is used in the treatment of following conditions:

• Symptoms of asthma
• Allergic rhinitis
• Reduces swelling of air waves in lungs

What Are The Side Effects Of Ciclesonide?

The common side effects of Ciclesonide are:

• Hoarseness
• Bad taste in mouth
• Dry throat
• Cough

Some severe ( but rare) side effects are:

• Unexpected weight gain
• Vision changes
• Poor wound healing
• Muscle pain, weakness, puffy face
• Increased thirst, frequent urination
• Mental/ mood changes

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Ciclesonide?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug Ciclesonide or any other allergies
• Tuberculosis
• Eye problems
• Untreated infections
• Hypothyroidism, adrenal gland problems
• Liver disease
• Bone loss