Salmeterol 25mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg

Salmeterol 25mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used for long-term management of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), conditions that cause narrowing of airways and difficulty breathing.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Long-term control of asthma symptoms
• Maintenance treatment of COPD
• Reducing frequency of asthma or COPD flare-ups
• Improving overall lung function over time

HOW IT WORKS

• Salmeterol relaxes the muscles around airways, keeping them open for a longer duration
• Fluticasone reduces inflammation and swelling inside the airways
• Together they help prevent symptoms like wheezing, breathlessness, and chest tightness
• The combination works best when used regularly, not occasionally

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not meant for immediate relief of a sudden asthma attack
• Not a rescue inhaler; a fast-acting reliever inhaler should be used separately for sudden symptoms
• Not used for common cold, cough due to infection, or other unrelated respiratory infections
• Not suitable for children below the age advised by the doctor

How to Use Salmeterol 25mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use only with the inhaler device provided; do not swallow
• Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually twice daily
• Rinse your mouth with water after each use to reduce risk of oral thrush
• Do not increase the dose or frequency without medical advice
• Do not use this inhaler for sudden breathlessness; keep a separate reliever inhaler for emergencies

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep away from moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Check the inhaler counter/expiry date and discard if expired or empty

Salmeterol 25mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Throat irritation or hoarseness
• Headache
• Oral thrush (white patches in mouth)
• Cough after inhalation

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Muscle cramps
• Tremor or shakiness
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Nervousness

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Sudden worsening of breathing after using the inhaler
• Severe allergic reaction such as swelling of face, lips, throat, or skin rash
• Chest pain or severe palpitations
• Vision changes, eye pain, or signs of high pressure in the eye
• Signs of low bone density or repeated fractures with long-term use

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

Salmeterol 25mcg + Fluticasone Propionate 125mcg — 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 salmeterol, fluticasone, or any inhaler component
• Are having an acute asthma attack or worsening breathlessness right now
• Have been advised against inhaled corticosteroids by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have heart disease, high blood pressure, or irregular heartbeat
• Have diabetes, as steroids can affect blood sugar
• Have tuberculosis or any active or past chest infection
• Have liver disease
• Have osteoporosis or weak bones
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Beta-blockers used for heart or blood pressure problems
• Other medicines for asthma or COPD
• Certain antifungal or HIV medicines that affect steroid levels
• Diuretics (water pills)
• Other steroid medicines taken by mouth or injection

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop using this inhaler once I feel better?

No, stopping suddenly can cause symptoms to return; continue as advised by your doctor.

Is this inhaler used for immediate relief during an asthma attack?

No, it is a maintenance treatment and not a fast-acting reliever.

Can children use this medicine?

• It may be used in children above a certain age only under a doctor's guidance and dose adjustment.
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