What Are Common Inhaled Corticosteroids Side Effects?
The risks of developing inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) side effects are generally small but there are risks nonetheless. What Are the Common Inhaled Corticosteroids Side Effects? Inhaled corticosteroids side effects can be broken down into two types: • Local adverse effects (in only one area of the body) • Systemic effects (throughout the body) Local Inhaled Corticosteroids Side Effects • Oral Candidiasis or Thrush: Thrush is one of the most common side effects of ICS; up to a third of patients developing this side effect. Lowering the dosage, using a spacer, and appropriately rinsing your mouth following inhalation all help lower your risk of thrush. Thrush also can be treated with topical or oral antifungals, such as nystatin. •
