Advair Diskus
Brand name:
Advair Diskus
Pronounced: AD-vare
Generic ingredients: Fluticasone propionate, Salmeterol
Why is Advair Diskus prescribed?
Advair Diskus is used to control asthma and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) associated with chronic bronchitis. It is
an oral inhaler that contains two types of medication. One is
fluticasone propionate, a steroid that reduces inflammation in the
lungs. The other, salmeterol, is a long-acting bronchodilator that
opens up the airways. Together, the two ingredients provide better
symptom control than either does individually.
Most important fact about Advair Diskus
Advair Diskus is used for long-term control of asthma and
short-term control of COPD associated with bronchitis. The drug
won't end a sudden attack. For relief of acute asthma or bronchial
symptoms, your doctor will prescribe a short-acting inhaler such as
Proventil or Ventolin.
How should you take Advair Diskus?
Advair Diskus should be used twice a day, once in the morning
and once in the evening. You may be able to taste or feel your dose
of Advair Diskus. Do not be concerned, however, if you can't detect
anything. You're getting the proper dose whether you can taste the
medication or not. Never exceed the recommended dose of one
inhalation, twice daily.
Follow the detailed directions that came with the inhaler. If
you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Some
important points to keep in mind:
- Do not use a "spacer" with this medication.
- Never exhale into the diskus.
- Do not try to take the diskus apart.
- Always activate and use the diskus in a level, horizontal
position.
- It is important to keep the diskus dry--do not wash any part
of the mouthpiece or any part of the diskus.
- To reduce the risk of developing an infection in your mouth,
rinse your mouth with water after each inhalation without
swallowing.
When first using this medication, you may notice some
improvement within 30 minutes, but its maximum benefits may take a
week or more to appear.
--If you miss a dose...
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