Advair
Chemical Name:
FLUTICASONE (flew-TICK-uh-sone) and SALMETEROL
(sal-MET-er-all)
Drug Manufacturer:
GLAXOSMITHKLINE
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Advair Storage:
STORE Advair Inhaler at room temperature as directed
on the package, away from heat, moisture, or light.
Keep the inhaler dry at all times.
Possible Side Effects Of Advair:
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Advair include
hoarseness (dysphonia), throat irritation, headache, cough,
or dry mouth or throat. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience white patches on tongue
or mouth, or if your mouth/tongue becomes swollen and painful.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience
any of the following unlikely but serious side effects: weight gain,
vision changes, trouble sleeping, tremors, seizures, severe muscle
weakness or cramping, fast/irregular heartbeat, numbness or tingling
in hands or feet, chest pain, or worsening of asthma symptoms (e.g.,
increased difficulty breathing, wheezing, coughing). AN ALLERGIC
REACTION to Advair is unlikely but seek immediate medical attention
if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching,
swelling, dizziness, or trouble breathing. Rarely, your wheezing might
actually increase immediately after using Advair (paradoxical bronchospasm).
If this occurs, use your "quick-relief" inhaler (such as albuterol). Seek
immediate medical attention if your breathing does not improve at that time.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse,
or pharmacist.
Common Uses Of Advair:
Advair is a combination "controller" medicine for long-term
treatment to prevent or decrease the symptoms of asthma and
chronic lung diseases such as emphysema, bronchitis, or COPD.
It works to open the airways of the lungs in two ways (decreasing
bronchiola r swelling and causing muscle relaxation). It may also be
used to treat other breathing conditions as determined by your doctor.
Advair does not work immediately and should not be used for acute
asthma attacks. Use other "quick-relief" medicines/inhalers for sudden
shortness of breath or asthma attacks.
How to use Advair:
Advair comes with a patient information leaflet. Read
it carefully. Refer to the illustrated directions
provided for instruction on the correct use of
this device. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist
any questions that you may have about Advair. Always
activate and use this device in a level, horizontal position.
Do not breathe into the inhaler. Do not use a spacer. Your
dose is based on your condition and response to treatment.
Gargle and rinse your mouth after using Advair to help prevent
dryness, relieve throat irritation, and to prevent mouth infections
(e.g., thrush). Do not swallow the rinse solution. If you have been
using a "quick-relief" beta agonist inhaler (such as salbutamol/
albuterol) on a regular daily schedule, you must discontinue this
schedule and only use it "as needed" for acute asthma attacks.
Consult your doctor. Do not take the inhaler apart or wash the
mouthpiece of the inhaler. CONTINUE TO USE Advair even
if you feel well.
Missed Dose Of Advair:
Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF Advair,
use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do NOT use 2 doses at once.
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