What is Seretide inhaler used for?

SERETIDE is used to help with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in people who need regular treatment. Asthma is a condition affecting the lungs. Symptoms of asthma include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness and cough.

How many puffs of Seretide should I take?

The usual dose is two puffs from your inhaler twice a day. Children 4 years and older: The usual dose is two puffs from your SERETIDE MDI 50/25 (50 micrograms of fluticasone propionate and 25 micrograms of salmeterol) twice a day.

How long does it take for Seretide inhaler to work?

It may take two to four weeks before they reach their full effect.

Is Seretide for mild asthma?

In general inhaled corticosteroids remain the first line treatment for most patients. Seretide is not intended for the initial management of mild asthma.

Is Seretide a reliever or preventer?

Seretide is normally referred to as a ‘preventer’ or ‘controller’ inhaler as it helps to prevent symptoms such as breathlessness in asthma and COPD. It can also help to reduce the chances of having an asthma attack.

Is Seretide for severe asthma?

Seretide 25 micrograms/50 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.

Why is Seretide not safe?

Due to the risk of systemic steroid side effects, such as decreased production of natural steroid hormones by the adrenal glands (adrenal suppression) and Cushing’s syndrome, Seretide is not recommended for people who are taking ritonavir.

Which asthma inhaler is best?

Inhaled corticosteroids are the most effective long-term control medicines. These aren’t the same as anabolic steroids that people use to grow muscle. They include beclomethasone (Qvar RediHaler), budesonide (Pulmicort Flexhaler), ciclesonide (Alvesco), fluticasone (Flovent HFA), and mometasone (Asmanex Twisthaler).

Is Seretide a preventer or reliever?

Does Seretide have side effects?

Common side effects occurring in more than 1% of patients prescribed Seretide accuhaler include: Hoarseness. Headache. Soreness of the throat or tongue.

Can asthma go away?

A. Asthma can go away, although this happens more often when asthma starts in childhood than when it starts in adulthood. When asthma goes away, sometimes that’s because it wasn’t there in the first place.

What is in Seretide inhaler 125 25?

Seretide Inhaler 125/25 is a metered dose inhaler (MDI) that contains the active ingredients salmeterol xinafoate (25mcg), a long-acting bronchodilator that relieves bronchospasm and fluticasone propionate (125mcg), a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory, used together as an asthma prevention medication.

What is Seretide 25 mcg 125 MCG used for?

Seretide 25Mcg/125Mcg Evohaler is used for preventing and controlling asthma symptoms and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease symptoms. These symptoms include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing and chest tightness. It prevents breathing difficulties during exercise.

Is Seretide 25 mg safe for asthma patients?

Seretide 25 micrograms/50 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.

What is fluticasone Seretide 125/25?

Fluticasone in Seretide 125/25 is a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory medication that blocks Inflammation, one of the underlying causes of asthma, by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals released in the airways in response to asthma trigger, such as an allergens or irritants in the air.