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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...
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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 »
Q&A: Can asthma drugs cause thin skin?
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Study: Advair, Flovent safe for adults to use twice a day
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