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SIR,my son ,7 years old, is athmatic.he is on inhaled fluticason {100} by discus, twice per day.missed dose leads to an attack.he was classified as moderate persistent asthma.i want to know for how long he will use this drug?he washes mouth after each inhalation.i want to know what the effect of this drug on his teeth.i notice one perminent tooth not fixed. it moves in place.and should i give him calcium?thank you
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Your doctor will the best guide to decide how long the medicine needs to be given. Since stopping the inhaler leads to symptoms, it is quite unlikely that the medicine may be stopped now.
Precaution is to rinse the mouth properly after the inhaler as deposition of the medicine in the mouth can lead to fungal infection.
The inhaler should not lead to dental problems.
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