SERETIDE 50 EVOHALER

Description

Fluticasone propionate (50 mcg) + Salmeterol (25 mcg) is a combination medicine used to relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, coughing, etc. caused by asthma. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age. This medicine is used only for the maintenance treatment of asthma and is not useful for treating an acute, severe attack.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects

Blurred vision

Chills

Cough

Difficulty in breathing

Fever

Nausea

Headache

Frequent urination

Vomiting

Runny Nose

Muscle pain

White patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Uses of Seretide 50 Evohaler

 Asthma

This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of asthma. 

It is helpful in preventing and treating symptoms such as breathing difficulties, wheezing, shortness of breath, etc. associated with asthma.

Concerns

Commonly asked questions

How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20-30 minutes of administration of the dose.

How long do the effects of this medicine last?

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is this a habit-forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Can this medicine be taken while breastfeeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to salmeterol, fluticasone, any other corticosteroids, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.

Status asthmaticus

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from status asthmaticus (a severe, acute asthma attack) as a first-line therapy since it is not effective in treating this condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

General warnings

Liver impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Hypokalemia

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of potassium levels, appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Seizure disorder

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Use in pediatrics

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Growth retardation

This medicine may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, children receiving this medicine should be monitored closely with regard to growth parameters. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Candida infection

Patients using this medicine for extended periods of time should be examined for candida infection or any other signs of adveDescription

Fluticasone propionate (50 mcg) + Salmeterol (25 mcg) is a combination medicine used to relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, coughing, etc. caused by asthma. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age. This medicine is used only for the maintenance treatment of asthma and is not useful for treating an acute, severe attack.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects

Blurred vision

Chills

Cough

Difficulty in breathing

Fever

Nausea

Headache

Frequent urination

Vomiting

Runny Nose

Muscle pain

White patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Uses of Seretide 50 Evohaler

 Asthma

This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of asthma. 

It is helpful in preventing and treating symptoms such as breathing difficulties, wheezing, shortness of breath, etc. associated with asthma.

Concerns

Commonly asked questions

How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20-30 minutes of administration of the dose.

How long do the effects of this medicine last?

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is this a habit-forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Can this medicine be taken while breastfeeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to salmeterol, fluticasone, any other corticosteroids, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.

Status asthmaticus

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from status asthmaticus (a severe, acute asthma attack) as a first-line therapy since it is not effective in treating this condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

General warnings

Liver impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Hypokalemia

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of potassium levels, appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Seizure disorder

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Use in pediatrics

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Growth retardation

This medicine may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, children receiving this medicine should be monitored closely with regard to growth parameters. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Candida infection

Patients using this medicine for extended periods of time should be examined for candida infection or any other signs of adveDescription

Fluticasone propionate (50 mcg) + Salmeterol (25 mcg) is a combination medicine used to relieve symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing, coughing, etc. caused by asthma. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age. This medicine is used only for the maintenance treatment of asthma and is not useful for treating an acute, severe attack.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects

Blurred vision

Chills

Cough

Difficulty in breathing

Fever

Nausea

Headache

Frequent urination

Vomiting

Runny Nose

Muscle pain

White patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Uses of Seretide 50 Evohaler

 Asthma

This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of asthma. 

It is helpful in preventing and treating symptoms such as breathing difficulties, wheezing, shortness of breath, etc. associated with asthma.

Concerns

Commonly asked questions

How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20-30 minutes of administration of the dose.

How long do the effects of this medicine last?

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is this a habit-forming medicine?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Can this medicine be taken while breastfeeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to salmeterol, fluticasone, any other corticosteroids, or any other inactive ingredients present along with these medicines.

Status asthmaticus

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from status asthmaticus (a severe, acute asthma attack) as a first-line therapy since it is not effective in treating this condition.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesirable side effects.

General warnings

Liver impairment

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Hypokalemia

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of potassium levels, appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Seizure disorder

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

Thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Use in pediatrics

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 4 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

Growth retardation

This medicine may cause growth retardation in some children. Therefore, children receiving this medicine should be monitored closely with regard to growth parameters. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Candida infection

Patients using this medicine for extended periods of time should be examined for candida infection or any other signs of adverse effects on the oral mucosa. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.