What is ADVAIR?

ADVAIR is a medication that treats and helps relieve the symptoms of asthma. It is the only COPD medication with an anti-inflammatory and a bronchodilator working together in one convenient device. ADVAIR is used more than any other maintenance medication by patients with COPD, including those with associated chronic bronchitis. There are two medicines in ADVAIR: Fluticasone propionate, an inhaled anti-inflammatory belonging to a group of medicines commonly referred to as corticosteroids; and salmeterol, a long-acting, inhaled bronchodilator belonging to a group of medicines commonly referred to as beta-agonisits.

Who should not take ADVAIR?

You should not start ADVAIR if your asthma is becoming significantly or rapidly worse, which can be life threatening. Seriou repirartory events, including death, have been reported in patients who started taking salmeterol in this situation, although it is not possible to tell whether salmeterol contributed to these events.

You should not take ADVAIR if you have had an allergic reaction to it or any of its componets (salmeterol, fluticasone propionate, or lactose).

What should I tell my doctor before and while taking ADVAIR?

You should talk to your doctor about the following:

 ? If you have any type of heart disease.
? If you have been on an oral steroid.
? If you have seizures, overactive thyroid gland, liver problems.
? If you are sensitive to medications for breathing.
? If you have been exposed to or currently have chicken pox or measles or if you have an immune system problem.

How should I take ADVAIR?

ADVAIR should be used 1 inhalation, twice a day (morning and evening). ADVAIR should never be taken more than 1 inhalation twice a day. The full benefit of taking ADVAIR may take 1 week or longer. is inhaled as a mist using a nebulizer.

What are the possible side effects of ADVAIR?

The following symptoms or side effects may occur:

? Respiratory infections
? Throat irritation
? Hoarseness
? Sinus infection
? Yeast infection of the mouth
? Bronchitis
? Cough
? Headaches
? Nausea and vomiting
 

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