FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE AND SALMETEROL DISKUS- fluticasone propionate and salmeterol powder
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MEDICATION GUIDE ADVAIR DISKUS ® [ ad′ vair disk′ us] (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder) for oral inhalation |
What is the most important information I should know about ADVAIR DISKUS? ADVAIR DISKUS can cause serious side effects, including:
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What is ADVAIR DISKUS?
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Who should not use ADVAIR DISKUS? Do not use ADVAIR DISKUS if you:
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What should I tell my healthcare provider before using ADVAIR DISKUS? Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions, including if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. ADVAIR DISKUS and certain other medicines may interact with each other. This may cause serious side effects. Especially, tell your healthcare provider if you take antifungal or anti-HIV medicines. Know the medicines you take. Keep a list of them to show your healthcare provider and pharmacist when you get a new medicine. |
How should I use ADVAIR DISKUS? Read the step-by-step instructions for using ADVAIR DISKUS at the end of this Medication Guide. |
What should I avoid while using ADVAIR DISKUS?
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What are the possible side effects of ADVAIR DISKUS? ADVAIR DISKUS can cause serious side effects, including:
• increase in mucus (sputum) production • chills • change in mucus color • increased cough • fever • increased breathing problems
• feeling tired • nausea and vomiting • lack of energy • low blood pressure • weakness
• rash • swelling of your face, mouth and tongue • hives • breathing problems
• increased blood pressure • chest pain • a fast or irregular heartbeat
• tremor • nervousness
Common side effects of ADVAIR DISKUS include: Asthma: • upper respiratory tract infection • bronchitis • throat irritation • cough • hoarseness and voice changes • headache • thrush in your mouth or throat. Rinse your •nausea and vomiting mouth with water without swallowing after
In children with asthma, infections in the ear, nose, and throat are common. COPD: • thrush in your mouth or throat. Rinse your mouth with water •viral respiratory infections without swallowing after use to help prevent this. •headache • throat irritation •muscle and bone pain • hoarseness and voice changes Tell your healthcare provider about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the side effects with ADVAIR DISKUS. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for more information. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. |
How should I store ADVAIR DISKUS?
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General information about the safe and effective use of ADVAIR DISKUS. Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes not mentioned in a Medication Guide. Do not use ADVAIR DISKUS for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give your ADVAIR DISKUS to other people, even if they have the same condition that you have. It may harm them. This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about ADVAIR DISKUS. If you would like more information, talk with your healthcare provider or pharmacist. You can ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist for information about ADVAIR DISKUS that was written for healthcare professionals. |
What are the ingredients in ADVAIR DISKUS? Active ingredients: fluticasone propionate, salmeterol xinafoate Inactive ingredients: lactose monohydrate (contains milk proteins) For more information about ADVAIR DISKUS, call 1-888-825-5249 or visit our website at www.advair.com. ADVAIR DISKUS, DISKUS, and SEREVENT are registered trademarks of the GSK group of companies. GlaxoSmithKline Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 ©2017 the GSK group of companies. All rights reserved. ADD:10MG |
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ADVAIR DISKUS ® [ ad′ vair disk′ us] (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder) for oral inhalation |
Read this Instructions for Use before you start using ADVAIR DISKUS and each time you get a refill. There may be new information. This information does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or treatment.
Your ADVAIR DISKUS inhaler
Figure A
Important information about your ADVAIR DISKUS inhaler:
How to use your ADVAIR DISKUS inhaler
Follow these steps every time you use ADVAIR DISKUS.
Step 1. Open your ADVAIR DISKUS.
Figure B
Step 2. Slide the lever until you hear it click.
Hold the DISKUS in a level, flat position with the mouthpiece towards you. Slide the lever away from the mouthpiece as far as it will go until it clicks. See Figure C.
Figure C
Follow the instructions below so you will not accidentally waste a dose:
Step 3. Inhale your medicine.
Figure D
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Step 4. Close the DISKUS.
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Step 5. Rinse your mouth.
Figure G
When should you get a refill?
The counter on top of the DISKUS shows you how many doses are left. After you have taken 55 doses ( 9 doses from the sample or institutional pack), the numbers 5 to 0 will show in red. See Figure H. These numbers warn you there are only a few doses left and are a reminder to get a refill.
Figure H
For correct use of the DISKUS, remember:
If you have questions about ADVAIR DISKUS or how to use your inhaler, call GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) at 1-888-825-5249 or visit www.advair.com.
ADVAIR DISKUS and DISKUS are registered trademarks of the GSK group of companies.
GlaxoSmithKline
Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
©2017 the GSK group of companies. All rights reserved.
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