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Advair Diskus Medication - Uses & Side Effects

Generic Name: Salmeterol

Advair Diskus is a combination of inhaled drugs and that is used to treat asthma and chronic bronchitis. Fluticasone is a steroid. It works in the airways by decreasing swelling and relaxing muscles. It is also used as a long-term (maintenance) treatment to prevent or decrease wheezing and trouble breathing caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease such as COPD, emphysema.

Advair Diskus Dosage

• The usual dosage of Advair Diskus is one inhalation twice daily. You should be taken this inhalations morning and evening, 12 hours apart.
• Advair Diskus can also be used by adolescents 12 years of age and older. The dosage is the same as for adults. It is not known whether this medication is safe for children under 12. Its steroid component has been known to stunt growth.

Uses of Advair Diskus

• Advair is used to prevent asthma attacks.
• Advair is also used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that are associated with chronic bronchitis.
• It is also used for other conditions that are listed in the medications guide.

Side Effects of Advair Diskus

If you are using Advair Diskus, then discuss the side effects of Advair Diskus with your doctor and if you feel any develop or change in intensity, then tell your doctor immediately. Side effects may include:

• Bronchitis
• cough
• sinus problems
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• sore throat
• upper respiratory infection or inflammation
• difficulty speaking
• fungal infection of the mouth
• gastrointestinal discomfort and pain
• headaches
• hoarseness
• muscle pain
• nausea

Warnings and precautions before taking Advair Diskus:

• If you are taking Advair Diskus medication, then you may feel dizzy. So use caution engaging in activities that requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery.
• If you have any medical conditions such as high blood pressure, brittle bones (osteoporosis), depression, diabetes, eye problems, heart problems (e.g., angina, irregular heartbeat), any recent infection, liver problems, low potassium levels (hypokalemia), seizures, smoking, thyroid problems, then tell your doctor before using this medication.
• Call your doctor immediately if you develop hives, rash, or swelling, or if you have an asthma attack.

Drug Interaction:- If you are taking certain drugs with Advair Diskus, then it may be increased, decreased, or altered the effects of Advair Diskus. Discuss with your doctor before combining Advair Diskus with the following:

• Antidepressants categorized as "tricyclics," such as Elavil and Tofranil
• Antidepressants known as "monoamine oxidase inhibitors," such as Nardil and Parnate
• Beta blockers
• Ketoconazole (Nizoral)
• Long-acting inhalers such as Serevent and Foradil
• Water pills (diuretics) such as HydroDIURIL and Lasix

Overdose

After taking Advair Diskus, if you feel that overdose is suspected, then contact with your doctor immediately. Symptoms of Advair Diskus overdose may include:

• angina or chest pain
• fast or irregular heartbeats
• seizures
• tremor
• weakness
• headache
• nausea
• vomiting