Brand Names
Seretide is also marketed under the brand name Advair in the
US
Seretide / Advair. MDI or Diskus®(has a combination of
Serevent® and Flovent® in one inhaler).
Seretide (Advair) contains SereventTM
(salmeterol xinafoate) and FlixotideTM (fluticasone
propionate) in one MDI inhaler.
Salmeterol xinafoate is one of a group of medicines called
bronchodilators. It relaxes the muscles in the walls of the
small air passages in the lungs. This helps to open the airways
and makes it easier for air to get in and out of the lungs. The
effects of salmeterol xinafoate last for at least 12 hours.
When it is taken regularly it helps the small air passages to
remain open.
Fluticasone propionate is one of a group of medicines called
corticosteroids which are often referred to simply as steroids.
Corticosteroids are used to treat breathing problems because
they have an anti-inflammatory action. Corticosteroids also help
to prevent attacks of asthma.
Fluticasone propionate should not be confused with other
steroids such as anabolic steroids misused by some athletes and
taken as tablets or injection.
When you take these two ingredients together regularly they
will both help to control your breathing difficulties
Seretide (Advair) inhaler contains a suspension of salmeterol
xinafoate and fluticasone propionate in CFC-free propellant, HFA
134a. The medicine is contained in a pressurised can, with a
mouthpiece and an 'actuator'. Each time the actuator is pressed
a dose of the medicine is released. Each can contains 120 doses
of the medicine. Each dose contains 25 micrograms (mcg)
salmeterol (as xinafoate) and 50, 125 or 250 mcg fluticasone
propionate.
How your medicine works
Salmeterol xinafoate is one of a group of medicines called
bronchodilators. It relaxes the muscles in the walls of the
small air passages in the lungs. This helps to open the airways
and makes it easier for air to get in and out of the lungs. The
effects of salmeterol xinafoate last for at least 12 hours.
When it is taken regularly it helps the small air passages to
remain open.
Fluticasone propionate is one of a group of medicines called
corticosteroids which are often referred to simply as steroids.
Corticosteroids are used to treat breathing problems because
they have an anti-inflammatory action. Corticosteroids also help
to prevent attacks of asthma.
Fluticasone propionate should not be confused with other
steroids such as anabolic steroids misused by some athletes and
taken as tablets or injection.
When you take these two ingredients together regularly they
will both help to control your breathing difficulties.
What is Seretide (Advair) Inhaler used for
Your doctor has chosen this medicine to suit you and your
condition. Seretide inhaler is used to help with breathing
problems in people who need regular treatment.
It is very important that you use your Seretide inhaler every
day, as instructed by your doctor. This will help you to keep
free of symptoms throughout the day and night.
Seretide (Advair) inhaler should not be used to relieve a
sudden attach of breathlessness or wheezing.
If you get this sort of attack you must use a quick acting
inhaler (eg. VentolinO) also known as a reliever puffer.
If you feel you are getting breathless or wheezy more often
than normal, or you are using your inhaler more than usual, you
should go to your doctor.
