How do I use Foxair accuhaler?
How to use an accuhaler
- Hold the accuhaler with one hand and place thumb of other on the thumb grip.
- Slide the lever down until it clicks.
- Breathe out gently away from the mouthpiece.
- Place mouth over the mouthpiece and breathe in deeply and steadily through your mouth.
What is the difference between evohaler and accuhaler?
You’ll find the ‘Evohaler’ performs just like a normal inhaler, whereas the ‘Accuhaler’ is a circular inhaler containing dry powder – you may find this easier to use, as you don’t have to synchronise your breathing with pressing the button.
What type of inhaler is Seretide accuhaler?
What are Seretide inhalers used for? Seretide evohaler and Seretide accuhaler are combined corticosteroid and bronchodilator inhalers used to reduce inflammation in the lungs and open the airways in asthma and COPD. They are purple in colour.
What are the side effects of Seretide accuhaler?
Common side effects occurring in more than 1% of patients prescribed Seretide accuhaler include:
- Hoarseness.
- Headache.
- Soreness of the throat or tongue.
- Muscle cramps.
- Increase in heart rate.
What is Foxair accuhaler used for?
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol.
How do you clean accuhaler?
Cleaning: Wipe the mouthpiece of the Accuhaler® thoroughly once a week with a clean, dry, single- use tissue. Do not wash with water. If you need further help with your inhaler please contact your doctor, practice nurse, pharmacist or healthcare professional who gave you this leaflet.
What is the pink inhaler for?
Fostair is indicated in the regular treatment of asthma in adult patients in whom: asthma is not adequately controlled by using inhaled corticosteroids and “as needed” short-acting bronchodilators or. asthma is responding well to treatment with both corticosteroids and long-acting bronchodilators.
How do you use a GSK inhaler?
Put the mouthpiece between your lips, and close your lips firmly around it. Take one long, steady, deep breath in and hold this breath for at least 3-4 seconds.
How do I use accuhaler 250 50 Seretide?
– One inhalation of 50 micrograms salmeterol and 250 micrograms fluticasone propionate twice daily. – One inhalation of 50 micrograms salmeterol and500 micrograms fluticasone propionate twice daily. The dose should be titrated to the lowest dose at which effective control of symptoms is maintained.
Is Foxair a steroid?
Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists.
What is a accuhaler?
An accuhaler is a breath-activated device – this means that it will release a dose of medication when you inhale on the mouthpiece.