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Corticosteroid · Inhaled and intranasal corticosteroid · Allergy and Immunology, Pulmonology, Otolaryngology, Pediatrics
Ciclesonide is a prodrug inhaled and intranasal corticosteroid used for asthma maintenance (Alvesco) and allergic rhinitis (Omnaris, Zetonna). Aerosol inhaler (Alvesco): 80 mcg/actuation (6.1 g = 60 doses), 160 mcg/actuation (6.1 g = 60 doses). Nasal sprays: Omnaris (nasal suspension) 50 mcg/actuation (12.5 g = 120 doses; contains sodium EDTA); Zetonna (n…