What Causes Puffiness Of Face While On Asmanex?

Posted on Mon, 1 Jun 2015

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Question : I am on Asmanex, two 220mcg puffs (a.m., p.m.). I have been using this med. for several months. I am noticing increasing fullness in my face, almost a puffiness. I am 74, female, petite (90 lbs.). I am physically very active. Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Mometasone can cause facial puffiness.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Asmanex is having mometasone.
Mometasone is inhaled corticosteroid.
And rarely inhaled corticosteroid can cause facial puffiness.
Another cause like kidney disease should also be ruled out as it can also cause facial puffiness.
So consult doctor and discuss all these.
Hope I have solved your query.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wish you good health. Thanks.

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