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What is the most important information I should know about Advair inhalation?
• Advair will not stop an attack after it has started is advair albuterol the same. It is used to preventasthma attacks from occurring is advair albuterol the same. Your doctor may prescribe another medicine tokeep on hand to treat asthma attacks is advair albuterol the same.
• Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you is advair albuterol the same.
• Use Advair consistently, as directed, even when you are feeling better is advair albuterol the same. Improvement in your condition may occur within 30 minutes of using a dose, howeverit may be one week or more before the full benefit of this medication is achieved is advair albuterol the same. Talk to your doctor or other healthcare professional if your symptoms do notimprove or if they get worse is advair albuterol the same.
• It is very important that you use your Advair inhaler properly, so thatthe medicine gets into your lungs is advair albuterol the same. Do not use a spacer with this product is advair albuterol the same. Talkto your doctor about proper inhaler use is advair albuterol the same.
• Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than yourusual or more than the maximum amount of a short-acting asthma medication ina 24-hour period is advair albuterol the same. An increased need for medication could be an early sign ofa serious asthma attack is advair albuterol the same.
• Do not use an inhaled, long-acting bronchodilator such as salmeterol(Serevent) or other inhaled steroid medicines during treatment with Advair inhalationunless otherwise directed by your doctor is advair albuterol the same.
What is Advair inhalation?
• Fluticasone is a steroid is advair albuterol the same. It prevents the release of substances in thebody that cause inflammation is advair albuterol the same. Salmeterol is a bronchodilator is advair albuterol the same. It works by relaxingmuscles in the airways to improve breathing is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks is advair albuterol the same. It is used onlyto prevent asthma attacks, not to treat an attack already in progress is advair albuterol the same. It willnot work fast enough to give relief during an attack is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair may also be used for purposes other than those listed in thismedication guide is advair albuterol the same.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Advair?
• Before using Advair, tell your doctor if you have
· a viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of any kind;
· ever had an allergic reaction to fluticasone (Flovent, Flonase) orsalmeterol (Serevent);
· heart disease or high blood pressure;
· epilepsy or another seizure disorder;
· diabetes;
· glaucoma;
· tuberculosis;
· an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism); or
· liver disease is advair albuterol the same.
• You may not be able to use Advair inhalation or you may require a dosageadjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditionslisted above is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair inhalation is in the FDA pregnancy C is advair albuterol the same. This means that it is notknown whether Advair inhalation will harm an unborn baby is advair albuterol the same. Do not use this medicationwithout first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant is advair albuterol the same.
• It is not known whether Advair pass into breast milk is advair albuterol the same. Do not use Advairinhalation without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding ababy is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair inhalation is not approved for use by children younger than 12years of age is advair albuterol the same.
How should I use Advair inhalation?
• Use Advair inhalation exactly as directed by your doctor is advair albuterol the same. Read the informationinsert included with your inhaler is advair albuterol the same. If you do not understand these directions,ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair inhalation is usually used as one inhalation twice a day (morningand evening approximately 12 hours apart) is advair albuterol the same. Follow your doctor's instructions is advair albuterol the same.
• To use the Advair (Advair Diskus) inhaler:
· Snap the mouthpiece into position is advair albuterol the same. Hold the Diskus level and away fromyour mouth, breathe out fully, away from the mouthpiece is advair albuterol the same. (Do not breathe outinto the Diskus mouthpiece.) Put the mouthpiece to your lips is advair albuterol the same. Take a steady,deep breath in through your mouth is advair albuterol the same. Remove the mouthpiece from your mouth is advair albuterol the same. Holdyour breath for about 10 seconds is advair albuterol the same. Breathe out slowly away from the mouthpiece is advair albuterol the same. Close the Diskus is advair albuterol the same. The Diskus is now ready for your next scheduled dose is advair albuterol the same.
· To reduce the chance of developing a yeast infection in your mouth,rinse your mouth after using Advair inhalation is advair albuterol the same.
· It is very important that you use your Advair inhaler properly, sothat the medicine gets into your lungs is advair albuterol the same. Do not use a spacer with this product is advair albuterol the same. Talk to your doctor about proper inhaler use is advair albuterol the same.
· Never wash the mouthpiece or any part of the Diskus device is advair albuterol the same. Keep itdry at all times is advair albuterol the same.
• Do not use more of this medication than is prescribed for you is advair albuterol the same.
• Use Advair consistently, as directed, even when you are feeling better is advair albuterol the same. Improvement in your condition may occur within 30 minutes of using a dose, howeverit may be one week or more before the full benefit of this medication is achieved is advair albuterol the same. Talk to your doctor or other healthcare professional if your symptoms do notimprove or if they get worse is advair albuterol the same.
• Advair will not stop an attack after it has started is advair albuterol the same. It is used to preventasthma attacks from occurring is advair albuterol the same. Your doctor may prescribe another medicine tokeep on hand to treat asthma attacks is advair albuterol the same.
• Do not use an inhaled, long-acting bronchodilator such as salmeterol(Serevent) or other inhaled steroid medicines during treatment with Advair inhalationunless otherwise directed by your doctor is advair albuterol the same.
• Seek medical attention if you notice that you require more than yourusual or more than the maximum amount of a short-acting asthma medication ina 24-hour period is advair albuterol the same. An increased need for medication could be an early sign ofa serious asthma attack is advair albuterol the same.
• Continue to take any oral steroid (pills or liquid) that your doctorhas prescribed for you is advair albuterol the same. Advair inhalation is not a substitute for an oral steroid is advair albuterol the same.
• If you are switching from an oral steroid (pills or liquid) to Advairinhalation, carry or wear identification that will let others know that youmay require a systemic steroid during a severe asthma attack or during anothertraumatic situation is advair albuterol the same. Discuss with your doctor the precautions necessary whendiscontinuing an oral steroid is advair albuterol the same.
• Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat is advair albuterol the same. The Diskus inhalation device is not reusable is advair albuterol the same. Throw away the device 1 monthafter removal from the moisture-protective foil overwrap pouch or after everydose has been used (when the dose indicator reads "0"), whichevercomes first is advair albuterol the same. There are 60 doses per Diskus is advair albuterol the same. Do not attempt to take the deviceapart is advair albuterol the same.
What happens if I miss a dose?
• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember is advair albuterol the same. If it is almost time foryour next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and use the next oneas directed is advair albuterol the same. Do not use a double dose of this medication is advair albuterol the same.
What happens if I overdose?
• Seek emergency medical attention is advair albuterol the same.
• Symptoms of a salmeterol and fluticasone overdose may include anginaor chest pain, irregular or rapid heartbeats, seizures, tremor, weakness, headache,nausea, and vomiting is advair albuterol the same.
What should I avoid while using Advair inhalation?
• Avoid known items or activities that make you asthma symptoms worse is advair albuterol the same. Clean areas where dust or pet fur may aggravate your condition is advair albuterol the same.
• Avoid exposing yourself to known sources of infection is advair albuterol the same. Stay away frompeople with chicken pox, measles, or any other type of infection is advair albuterol the same. Your immunesystem may not be strong enough to fight off an infection while you are usingAdvair inhalation is advair albuterol the same.
What are the possible side effects of Advair inhalation?
• Serious side effects from Advair inhalation are not likely to occur is advair albuterol the same. If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop using Advairinhalation and seek emergency medical attention or notify your doctor immediately:
· an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat;swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
· chest pain or irregular heartbeats;
· numbness, tingling, or pain;
· a rash or unexplained open sores or bruising; or
· worsening breathing or asthma symptoms is advair albuterol the same.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur is advair albuterol the same. Continueto take Advair inhalation and talk to your doctor if you experience
· dry mouth, nose, or throat after use;
· yeast (or another) infection in the mouth or throat (white patches);
· hoarseness or deepening of the voice, cough, or sore throat;
· nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
· dizziness, headache, tremor, or nervousness is advair albuterol the same.
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur is advair albuterol the same. Talk to yourdoctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome is advair albuterol the same.
What other drugs will affect Advair inhalation?
• Before using Advair inhalation, tell your doctor and pharmacist if youare taking any of the following medications:
· another oral, nasal, or inhaled steroid;
· a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor),propranolol (Inderal), and others;
· a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan),phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate);
· a tricyclic antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), doxepin(Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;
· a diuretic (water pill) such as hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDiuril, Esidrix,Oretic, Microzide), chlorothiazide (Diuril), furosemide (Lasix), and others;or
· caffeine (in food or medicines), a diet medicine, or a decongestantsuch as phenylpropanolamine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylephrine is advair albuterol the same.
• You may not be able to use Advair, or you may require a dosage adjustmentor special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicineslisted above is advair albuterol the same.
• Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with Advair inhalationor affect your condition is advair albuterol the same. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking anyprescription or over-the-counter medicines is advair albuterol the same.
Where can I get more information?
• Your pharmacist has additional information about Advair inhalation writtenfor health professionals that you may read is advair albuterol the same.
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