Fluticasone Furoate (100mcg) + Vilanterol (25mcg)

Fluticasone Furoate (100mcg) + Vilanterol (25mcg) — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used for the long-term maintenance treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), conditions that cause breathing difficulty due to narrowed and inflamed airways.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Regular control of asthma symptoms in patients who need more than a reliever inhaler alone
• Long-term maintenance treatment of COPD to reduce flare-ups
• Reducing frequency and severity of breathlessness, wheezing, and cough over time

HOW IT WORKS

• Fluticasone Furoate is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and swelling in the airways
• Vilanterol is a long-acting beta agonist (LABA) that relaxes the muscles around the airways, keeping them open for longer
• Together they help improve airflow and reduce the frequency of asthma or COPD attacks

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not for immediate relief of a sudden asthma attack or sudden breathlessness
• Not a substitute for a fast-acting reliever inhaler
• Not used for common cold, chest infections, or other unrelated respiratory conditions

How to Use Fluticasone Furoate (100mcg) + Vilanterol (25mcg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually one inhalation once daily at the same time each day
• Use only with the specific inhaler device it comes with; do not transfer medicine to another device
• Rinse mouth with water and spit out after each use to reduce risk of oral thrush and hoarseness
• Do not increase the dose or use more often than prescribed, even if symptoms do not improve immediately
• This medicine is for daily prevention, not for sudden breathlessness; keep a fast-acting reliever inhaler with you

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for your next dose
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one
• Get back to your regular daily schedule from the next dose

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, sunlight, and moisture
• Keep the inhaler cap closed when not in use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard the inhaler as per the labelled expiry or after the indicated number of doses are used, whichever is earlier

Fluticasone Furoate (100mcg) + Vilanterol (25mcg) — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Nasal and throat irritation
• Common cold-like symptoms
• Back pain

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Oral thrush (fungal infection in the mouth)
• Hoarseness or voice changes
• Muscle cramps
• Irregular heartbeat sensation

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Sudden worsening of breathing after using the inhaler
• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Chest pain or fast, irregular heartbeat
• Vision changes, eye pain, or seeing halos (possible signs of glaucoma)
• Signs of high blood sugar such as increased thirst or urination

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Fluticasone Furoate (100mcg) + Vilanterol (25mcg) — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under medical supervision.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to fluticasone furoate, vilanterol, or any other ingredient in the inhaler
• Are having a sudden, severe asthma attack (this inhaler is not for emergency relief)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have tuberculosis, chest infections, or other lung conditions
• Have heart disease, high blood pressure, or irregular heartbeat
• Have liver disease
• Have diabetes, thyroid problems, or low potassium levels
• Have glaucoma or osteoporosis
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Certain antifungal or HIV medicines (like ketoconazole, ritonavir) that can increase levels of this medicine
• Other steroid medicines, whether inhaled, oral, or injected
• Beta-blockers used for heart problems or blood pressure
• Diuretics (water pills), which may increase risk of low potassium
• Other bronchodilator or asthma inhalers, unless advised by your doctor

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop using this inhaler once I feel better?

No, stopping suddenly can cause symptoms to return; continue as prescribed and consult your doctor before stopping.

Is this inhaler a reliever for sudden breathlessness?

No, it is a maintenance treatment; you should keep a separate fast-acting reliever inhaler for sudden symptoms.

Can children use this medicine?

• Use in children should only be as specifically prescribed and dosed by a doctor familiar with their condition.
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