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Alvesco contains ciclesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid that is activated in the lungs. Once inhaled, it reduces the inflammation in the airway lining that causes asthma symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It is taken daily as a maintenance medication, not as a rescue inhaler during an acute attack.

No. Alvesco is a controller inhaler meant to be used every day to prevent asthma symptoms. It does not act fast enough to relieve a sudden asthma attack. Patients should continue to keep a separate short-acting rescue inhaler, such as albuterol, available for acute symptoms.

Most patients begin to notice improvement in their asthma symptoms within one to two weeks of starting Alvesco, though the full benefit may take four weeks or more of consistent daily use. It is important not to stop the medication early even if symptoms seem to improve.

The most commonly reported side effects include headache, throat irritation, nasal congestion, and upper respiratory infections. Because ciclesonide is activated primarily in the lungs, the risk of oral thrush (a fungal mouth infection) is generally lower than with some other inhaled corticosteroids, but rinsing the mouth after each dose is still recommended.

Inhaled corticosteroids are generally considered the preferred controller therapy for persistent asthma during pregnancy because uncontrolled asthma poses significant risks to both mother and baby. However, the decision to use Alvesco during pregnancy should be made in consultation with your physician, who will weigh the benefits and risks for your specific situation.

Alvesco is not appropriate for patients who are allergic to ciclesonide or any of its components. It should not be used as a primary treatment for status asthmaticus or other acute asthma episodes requiring intensive measures. Patients with active or untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral infections in the airways should discuss these conditions with their physician before starting treatment.

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