Ciclesonide

How hard is it to find Ciclesonide in stock?

Ciclesonide scores a 55 out of 100 on our findability scale, meaning it can be moderately difficult to locate. Because Ciclesonide is a single-source brand product with no generic competition, supply depends entirely on Covis Pharma's manufacturing capacity. While Ciclesonide is not currently on the FDA drug shortage list, periodic supply disruptions have been reported at individual pharmacies. If your usual pharmacy is out of stock, try checking specialty or mail-order pharmacies, or use Medfinder to locate it nearby.

Who Can Prescribe Ciclesonide?

Several types of healthcare providers can prescribe Ciclesonide:

• Pulmonologists — for persistent asthma management
• Allergists and Immunologists — for allergic rhinitis and asthma
• Otolaryngologists (ENT doctors) — for nasal allergy symptoms
• Primary Care and Family Medicine physicians — for both asthma and allergies
• Pediatricians — for children ages 6+ (Omnaris) or 12+ (Alvesco, Zetonna)

Telehealth prescribing is also available for Ciclesonide, making it accessible for patients who cannot visit a clinic in person.

Is Ciclesonide a controlled substance?

No. Ciclesonide is not a controlled substance and does not have a DEA schedule. It is a prescription-only corticosteroid with no known abuse potential. You will still need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider to purchase it.

Common Side Effects of Ciclesonide

• Headache
• Nasopharyngitis (sore throat and stuffy nose)
• Nosebleeds (epistaxis)
• Ear pain
• Unpleasant taste in mouth
• Dry mouth
• Hoarseness
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Back pain
• Joint pain

Most side effects are mild and improve with continued use. With the inhaler formulation, rinse your mouth after each use to reduce the risk of oral thrush (candidiasis). Serious side effects are rare but may include adrenal suppression, immunosuppression, glaucoma, cataracts, and growth suppression in children with long-term use. Contact your doctor if you experience vision changes, signs of infection, or worsening breathing.

Final Thoughts on Ciclesonide

Ciclesonide is an effective inhaled corticosteroid for managing persistent asthma and allergic rhinitis. Its unique prodrug design means it's activated locally, which may result in fewer systemic side effects. However, as a brand-only medication with no generic available, it can be expensive without insurance — ranging from $150 to $420 depending on the formulation.

If you have commercial insurance, the Alvesco Savings Card from Covis Pharma may reduce your out-of-pocket cost to as little as $0. Uninsured patients should check the Covis Patient Assistance Program at alvesco.us for eligibility.

If your pharmacy is out of stock, use Medfinder to search nearby pharmacies or consider asking your doctor about widely available alternatives like Fluticasone or Budesonide.