Generic Name - Fluticasone-salmeterol
Category - Antiasthmatic medication
Indications
Asthma attacks
Generic Advair Diskus is indicated for the prevention of asthma attacks including wheezing, shortness of breathe and breathing difficulties caused by asthma. Fluticasone-Salmeterol (Generic Advair Diskus) works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breath.
Generic for Advair diskus Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Advair Diskus is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Advair Diskus is contraindicated in the primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma or COPD where intensive measures are required.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Advair Diskus. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any medication which contains
Beta-blocker such as Atenolol
MAO inhibitors such as Phenelzine
Tricyclic antidepressant such as Amitriptyline
Diuretics
Generic for Advair diskus Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAdvair Diskus
The recommended starting doses for Generic Advair Diskus are based upon patients' current asthma therapy. For all patients it is desirable to titrate to the lowest effective strength after adequate asthma stability is achieved.
For patients 12 years of age and older, the Generic Advair Diskus dosage is 1 inhalation twice daily, once in morning and evening, approximately 12 hours apart.
Generic for Advair diskus Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic AdvairDiskus side Effects include weight gain, vision changes, trouble sleeping, tremors, seizures, severe muscle weakness or cramping, fast/irregular heartbeat and numbness.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic AdvairDiskus.
Generic for Advair diskus and Pregnancy
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Advair Diskus in pregnant women have not been established. Advair Diskus should be taken during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the mother and fetus.
Generic for Advair diskus and Breastfeeding
It is not known whether Generic Advair Diskus passes into human milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.
Generic for Advair diskus and Pediatric
Children who are taking Generic Advair Diskus may be more susceptible to infections such as chickenpox or measles. Consult your doctor before administering this drug to your children.
Generic for Advair diskus and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Advair Diskus in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Advair Diskus serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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