Salmeterol+Fluticasone

Uses	Asthma, COPD
Therapy	Anti-Asthmatic, Drugs For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Side Effects	Headache, throat irritation, muscle cramps, joint pain, voice hoarseness

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Molecule Description

Salmeterol+Fluticasone is used to manage breathing difficulties in people with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It contains a combination of fluticasone and salmeterol. Use Salmeterol+Fluticasone exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not increase the dose or stop using it without consulting your doctor. Use a transparent spacer with this inhaler for optimal treatment. Rinse your mouth with water after each use and maintain good oral hygiene. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and provide a complete medical history.

Uses

Salmeterol+Fluticasone is used to treat asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Symptoms may include coughing, wheezing, breathing difficulty, and chest tightness.

Contraindications

When should one not use Salmeterol+Fluticasone

If you are allergic to fluticasone, salmeterol or any of the other ingredients of Salmeterol+Fluticasone.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Throat irritation
Hoarseness of voice
Muscle cramps
Joint pain

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Salmeterol+Fluticasone should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.

Breast Feeding

No information is available if Salmeterol+Fluticasone passes into human breast milk. Hence, your doctor will decide whether to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine taking into account the benefit and the risk.

Driving

Salmeterol+Fluticasone does not influence your ability to drive. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

There is no information on the interaction of alcohol with Salmeterol+Fluticasone. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are diabetic.
You have a thyroid disorder.
You are suffering from fungal, bacterial or viral infection.
You are suffering from high blood pressure or heart disease.
You have low levels of potassium in the blood.
You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
You are taking any other steroid medicine orally or injectable.
You notice worsening symptoms after using this inhaler.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Salmeterol+Fluticasone comprises fluticasone and salmeterol as active ingredients. Fluticasone helps reduce airway swelling and irritation, while salmeterol widens the air passage. Together, they alleviate symptoms of asthma, such as difficulty in breathing, wheezing, and shortness of breath, making breathing easier for patients.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Salmeterol+Fluticasone works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Concomitant use of some blood pressure-lowering medicines (propranolol, atenolol, water pills) along with Salmeterol+Fluticasone should be done with caution.
Medicines to treat fungal and bacterial infections (ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin) and antiviral medicines (ritonavir, cobicistat-containing products) may worsen the side effects if given along with Salmeterol+Fluticasone.
If steroid tablets or injections are going on, the use of Salmeterol+Fluticasone should be done judiciously as it may add up to side effects.

Interactions with food items

There are no known significant food interactions associated with Salmeterol+Fluticasone. It can be used without concern for specific dietary restrictions related to food intake.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have used too much of Salmeterol+Fluticasone, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Salmeterol+Fluticasone, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosing schedule. Do not double your dose to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Salmeterol+Fluticasone is not known to be addictive. However, you should only use it in the exact dose and duration as recommended by your doctor. Do not use more than the prescribed dose.

Salmeterol+Fluticasone contains a combination of fluticasone and salmeterol as active substances, out of which fluticasone is a corticosteroid.

Make sure you always keep Salmeterol+Fluticasone with you. Get a new refill/inhaler well in advance. Make sure you are using it in the correct way. If you observe any worsening of symptoms or side effects, inform your doctor about it. Rinse your mouth, gargle with water, or brush your teeth after inhaling and spit it out. Maintain good oral hygiene.

No, do not stop using Salmeterol+Fluticasone on your own. If you stop using this medicine on your own the symptoms may come back and may create complications. Always use this medicine in the exact dose and for the duration as prescribed by your doctor.

It is important to follow your doctor's instructions precisely when using Salmeterol+Fluticasone, including the recommended dosage and duration of use. It is recommended to use the inhaler on a daily basis as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue treatment abruptly, even if you start feeling better unless instructed to do so by your doctor.

Salmeterol+Fluticasone helps to control your condition but does not cure it. It is important to keep taking your medicine even if you feel well.

Some individuals may experience effects such as increased heart rate, pulse rate, blood pressure, or other symptoms after using Salmeterol+Fluticasone. However, these symptoms generally go away with time. If these effects persist or worsen, talk to your doctor.

No, you should not take Salmeterol+Fluticasone at higher doses than the recommended dose. It will increase the risk of side effects rather than providing additional therapeutic benefits. However, if you feel the symptoms are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

Headache, soreness in mouth, tongue or throat, hoarseness of voice and muscle cramps are a few common side effects that can be seen during the treatment with Salmeterol+Fluticasone. Most are mild, but contact your doctor if any symptom is severe or does not go away. Also, everyone doesn't have to experience the same.

Sometimes, an increase in heart rate might be seen in a few individuals after using Salmeterol+Fluticasone. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine. However, if you feel it persistently, immediately speak to your doctor.

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