.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.R_RespiratorySystem.R01A_DecongestantsAndOtherNasalPreparationsForTopical.R01AD13_Ciclesonide.Ciclesonide .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.R_RespiratorySystem.R01A_DecongestantsAndOtherNasalPreparationsForTopical.R01AD13_Ciclesonide.Ciclesonide| name: | Ciclesonide |
| ATC code: | R01AD13 | route: | intranasal |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Ciclesonide is a corticosteroid used as a nasal spray or inhaler for the treatment of allergic rhinitis and asthma. It is a prodrug that is activated to des-ciclesonide in the lungs. Ciclesonide is approved for use in many countries as an anti-inflammatory agent for respiratory diseases.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported in healthy adult volunteers after intranasal administration of ciclesonide.
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