How do you take Salmeflo?
Hold the inhaler 1 to 2 inches in front of the mouth (about the width of 2 fingers). 4. Start breathing in slowly through the mouth, and then press down on the inhaler one time. Breathe in slowly, as deeply as the patient can.
Is salmeterol inhaler a steroid?
Fluticasone and salmeterol inhalation is a steroid and bronchodilator combination medicine that is used to prevent asthma attacks. It is also used to prevent flare-ups or worsening of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) associated with chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema.
Is Seretide a steroid?
SERETIDE contains two medicines, fluticasone propionate and salmeterol xinafoate. Fluticasone propionate belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids, frequently called ‘steroids’. They are not ‘anabolic steroids’ which are the steroids sometimes misused by athletes.
What are the side effects of fluticasone propionate inhaler?
Fluticasone inhalation may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- headache.
- stuffy or runny nose.
- hoarseness.
- toothache.
- sore or irritated throat.
- painful white patches in the mouth or throat.
- fever.
- ear infection.
Can you take Ventolin and salmeterol together?
Using albuterol together with salmeterol may increase cardiovascular side effects such as elevations in heart rate and blood pressure or irregular heart rhythm. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns, particularly if you have a history of high blood pressure, arrhythmia, or heart disease.
Is Seretide 250 used for severe asthma?
Seretide 50 microgram/100 micrograms strength is not appropriate in adults and children with severe asthma; it is recommended to establish the appropriate dosage of inhaled corticosteroid before any fixed-combination can be used in patients with severe asthma.
When should salmeterol be taken?
Salmeterol comes as a dry powder to inhale by mouth using a specially designed inhaler. When salmeterol is used to treat asthma or COPD, it is usually used twice a day, in the morning and evening, about 12 hours apart. Use salmeterol at around the same times every day.