- Resources
Advair Prescribing Information
- Advair Diskus Inhl Uses and How to Use
- Dosage and Storage
- Precautions and Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
Pronounced: (flew-TICK-uh-sone/sal-MET-er-all)
Uses
This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma or ongoing lung disease (such as COPD). It contains 2 medications: fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the irritation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol belongs to the class of drugs known...
Read moreMore information on "Advair Prescribing Information"
From Our Experts
Advair and Symbicort: “Benefits Outweigh Risk” says an FDA...
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) listened to presentations and comments from several members of an expert FDA advisory... Read more »
Don't be Afraid of Using Advair and Symbicort
So what's the deal with Advair and Symbicort? These meds have helped so many asthmatics finally gain control of their asthma, yet, with... Read more »
Are Antidepressants Over-Prescribed? Depression Community Discussion
Hello everyone I apologize for being late with the question of the week. It has been a "fun-filled" week for me with me and my son... Read more »
Off-Label Prescribing Enhanced by Patient-Reported Outcomes
I recently came across a rather unusual, but quite interesting study that looked at the PatientsLikeMe Web site and analyzed how the... Read more »
Migraine Term of the Day: Off-Label Prescribing
When we're looking at Migraine and headache information, whether it's from our doctor, a book, or an online article, we sometimes come... Read more »
From Our Sources
Advair Diskus Asthma Inhaler Precautions and Side Effects
Source: First DataBank
Generic Name: FLUTICASONE/SALMETEROL INHALATION DISK - ORAL Pronounced: (flew-TICK-uh-sone/sal-MET-er-all) Warning Rarely, serious (sometimes... Read more »
Advair, Symbicort and FDA Advisory Committee Recommednations f...
Have questions or comments? Click here. Last week the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) listened to presentations and comments from several members... Read more »
Report: Antidepressants prescribed more than other meds
A report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that antidepressants have become the most prescribed meds in the United... Read more »
Side Effects of Commonly Prescribed Medications for ADHD
The most commonly prescribed medications for ADHD include stimulant medications, such as Ritalin, Concerta, Adderall, and Dexedrine. The... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
