Seretide Accuhaler 50/500MCG Blister 60’S
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Seretide Accuhaler 50/500MCG Blister 60’S

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Seretide Accuhaler 50/500MCG Blister 60'S

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INTRODUCTION ABOUT SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is a combination of Fluticasone and
Salmeterol which belongs to the group of medicines called
Corticosteroids and Bronchodilators respectively. It is used to manage
asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It also helps
in reducing the flare-ups of COPD symptoms.

Asthma is a long-term
respiratory disease in which your airways become inflamed, swollen and
narrowed. It also causes excessive mucous secretion in the airways which
makes it difficult for the air to pass through, leading to unpleasant
symptoms like wheezing, difficulty in breathing, chest pain and/or
cough.

COPD is a lung disease characterized by chronic lung
inflammation and obstructed air flow within the airways. It causes
wheezing, breathing difficulties, cough with mucus production and chest
pain.

Use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER every day until
your doctor tells you to stop. It is meant for inhalation use only and
therefore do not the swallow the medicine. Do not stop using this
medicine once your symptoms subside without consulting your doctor. It
is suitable for use both in adults and in adolescents (aged 12 years or
above).

SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should not be used
to relieve a sudden asthma attack (such as sudden breathing problems).
Instead contact your doctor or use a fast-acting ‘rescue’ inhaler
containing salbutamol to subside the symptoms.

Before using
SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER inform your doctor if you have any
lung infections, liver problems or heart problems. You must also inform
your doctor if you have diabetes, hypertension, fits, overactive thyroid
functions, osteoporosis, adrenal gland problems or a weak immune system
as a precaution.

SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be
used in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is considered
necessary by the physician. The most common side effects of using
SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER are headache, cold, oral thrush or
oral sores, throat irritation, hoarse voice, muscle pain and joint pain.
Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

USES OF SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER

It is used to manage, manage the symptoms of:

  • Asthma
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

HOW SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER WORKS

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is a combination of two medicines namely,
fluticasone and salbutamol. Fluticasone is an inhalation corticosteroid.
It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the airways
(such as prostaglandins, leukotrienes) that cause inflammation and
swelling.

Salmeterol is a bronchodilator. It relaxes the smooth
muscles of the airways and widens them. Collectively, they reduce airway
inflammation, allows the air to pass through more freely and makes
breathing easier.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Use
SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER as advised by your physician.
Closely follow the instructions given by your doctor regarding the
number of inhalations and dosing intervals.

  • open the device and hold the device in such a way that the mouthpiece faces you
  • slide the lever given beside the mouthpiece up to the marking present or away from you as far as it will go
  • place
    the device away from your mouth and breath out as far as is
    comfortable. Do not breath in the device directly place the mouthpiece
    in your lips and ensure completely closure of the mouthpiece. Breathe in
    steadily and deeply using your mouth through the mouthpiece and not
    through your nose
  • remove the device from your mouth and hold your breath for about 10 seconds or for as long as is comfortable.
  • gently breath out
  • if another dose is required repeat the same steps after 30 seconds
  • wipe the mouthpiece with a dry tissue and close the device after use
  • once inhalation is over, rinse your mouth with water or brush your teeth

Following
each inhalation, the number of doses loaded in the device gets reduced
automatically which can be visualized on the dose counter present on the
device.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the disease.

Do
not stop using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER abruptly or reduce
the dose without consulting your doctor, as it could make your breathing
even worse.

SIDE EFFECTS OF SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER

COMMON

  • headache
  • common cold
  • thrush in the mouth or throat (a yeast infection that causes sore, creamy-yellow, raised patches)
  • sore tongue, hoarse voice, throat irritation
  • muscle pain or cramps
  • joint pain and swelling
  • bruising and fractures
  • inflammation of sinuses
  • signs of low levels of potassium in blood (such as an uneven heartbeat, muscle weakness or cramps)

UNCOMMON

  • diabetes (increased blood sugar levels)
  • cataract (cloudy eyes)
  • unusually fast or uneven heartbeat, tremor (feeling shaky)
  • chest pain
  • feeling worried, disturbance in sleep
  • allergic skin rash

RARE

  • slowing of growth in adolescents, bone thinning, glaucoma, weight gain
  • Cushing’s Syndrome (a disorder caused due to release of high levels of cortisol)
  • changes in behavior (such as being unusually active and irritable)
  • fungal infection in the esophagus which causes difficulties in swallowing

Stop
using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER this medicine and contact
your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side
effects:

  • severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash,
    itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, breathing
    difficulties, cough, sudden fast heartbeat which can cause fainting,
    light-headedness, collapse or even loss of consciousness)
  • sign
    of pneumonia (a lung infection accompanied with fever, chills, increased
    cough production, increased breathing difficulties, excessive mucus
    production and change in mucus color)

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Headache:

Rest
and relax. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Apply a
pain-relieving balm on the head if required. Do not consume too much of
alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not improve.

Common cold and throat irritation:

Gargle
your throat with salt water twice a day. Always try to drink warm
water. Avoid chilled, cooled or sweetened food items or beverages.
Drinking turmeric milk or ginger tea mixed with honey and pepper powder
can ease the soreness. Consult your doctor if the symptom did not
improve.

Muscle pain or cramps:

Rub a
pain-relieving balm or place a heat pack on the affected area for some
time, as it could ease the pain. Do not move the affected area
frequently. Try to do some simple movements every day which would
improve blood circulation and reduce further incidence of muscle pain.
Try to eat a well-balanced protein rich diet, so that it can help to
repair and rebuild the damaged muscle. Consult your doctor if the
symptom did not improve.

Joint pain:

Rub a
pain-relieving balm or place a heat pack on the affected area for some
time, as it could ease the pain. Do not move the affected area
frequently. Consume calcium and vitamin supplements regularly,
particularly if you are elderly. Consult your doctor if the symptom did
not improve.

Allergic skin rash:

Avoid
hot showers because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not
scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors.
Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if the symptom did
not improve.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be used in pregnant women only if it
is considered necessary by the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe this
medicine after outweighing the risk and benefits to you and your baby.
Therefore, inform your doctor before using it.

BREASTFEEDING

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be used in breastfeeding women only
if it is considered necessary by the doctor. Therefore, consult your
doctor for advice before using it.

DRIVING AND USING MACHINES

Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER.

LIVER

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be taken with caution in patients
with liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

ALLERGY

Do not use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER if you are allergic to Salmeterol or Fluticasone.

LUNGS

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be taken with caution among patients
who have or previously had any Tuberculosis or any other lung
infections. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

HEART DISEASE

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be taken with caution in patients
with heart diseases (such as irregular or fast heartbeat). Therefore,
consult your doctor before using it.

OTHERS

SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is not recommended for use in patients having:

  • status asthmaticus (respiratory failure)
  • acute asthma attacks

Before using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER, inform your physician if you:

  • have an over-active thyroid gland
  • have diabetes
  • have high blood pressure
  • have hypokalemia (low levels of potassium in blood)
  • have fits (seizure)
  • have osteoporosis (weak bones)
  • have a weak immune system
  • have or had eye problems (such as glaucoma, increased pressure in the eyes, cataracts)
  • have viral, bacterial or fungal infections (Ex. measles, chickenpox)
  • have glucose intolerance
  • have problems in adrenal gland (Ex. adrenal insufficiency)
  • met with any major trauma (accidents) or undergone a surgery

Use in pediatrics:

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is not recommended for use in children
younger than 12 years of age. Kindly consult your doctor before using
it.

Use in geriatrics:

SERETIDE ACCUHALER
50/500MCG BLISTER should be taken with caution in elderly patients
(aged 65 years or above). Therefore, consult your doctor before using
it. Proper dose adjustments and careful monitoring are required in such
patients.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before
using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER, inform your physician if
you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

  • other beta-blockers (used to manage high blood pressure or other heart conditions) Ex. atenolol, propranolol and sotalol
  • medicines used to manage fungal infection (such as ketoconazole and itraconazole)
  • medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. ritonavir, atazanavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir or cobicistat)
  • clarithromycin, erythromycin (used to manage bacterial infections)
  • other corticosteroids (taken orally or via injections to manage pain or inflammation) Ex. dexamethasone
  • potassium-sparging diuretics (used to manage high blood pressure by increasing urine output) Ex. spironolactone, acetazolamide
  • other medicines that can cause bronchodilation (such as salbutamol, formoterol)
  • xanthine medicines (used to manage asthma) Ex. theophylline and aminophylline
  • nefazodone (used to manage depression)
  • medicines
    used to manage depression such as (rasagiline, selegiline, phenelzine,
    amitriptyline, nortriptyline, doxepin, imipramine, desipramine)

Overdosage:

If
you or anyone else accidentally inhaled excessive amount of this
medicine, contact your doctor immediately or go to the hospital straight
away. Symptoms of overdosage might include shortness of breath, chest
pain, fast heartbeat, feeling shaky, dizziness, headache, muscle
weakness and joint pain.

SYNOPSIS

Drug :   Fluticasone, Salmeterol
Pharmacological Category :   Corticosteroids, Beta-1 receptor agonists
Therapeutic Indication :   Asthma, COPD
Dosage Forms :  

Autohaler,
Blisters, Capsule, Diskettes, Inhalation capsule, Novocort, Octacaps,
Respicaps, Rotacaps, Trans caps, Nexcaps, Accuhaler, Inhaler, Ciphaler,
Multihaler

MORE INFORMATION

  • Keep SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER out of reach of children
  • Store SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER

What is the use of SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER?

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is used to manage asthma and chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It also helps in reducing
flare-ups of COPD symptoms.

How SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER works in my body?

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER relaxes the smooth muscles of the airways
and widens them. It also reduces the inflammation of airway tract.
Therefore, it allows the air to pass through more freely and makes
breathing easier.

Can SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER be used on an asthma attack?

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is only used to manage or manage the
symptoms of asthma and COPD (such as breathlessness or wheezing). If
your asthma or breathing gets worse suddenly, contact your doctor
immediately or go to the straight away to avoid further exacerbation of
the attack. Meanwhile use a fast-acting rescue inhaler containing
salbutamol along with this medicine.

Is SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER safe?

SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician.

What are the side effects of using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER?

The
most common side effects of using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER
are headache, cold, oral thrush or oral sores, throat irritation, hoarse
voice, muscle pain and joint pain. Contact your doctor if any of these
side effect worsens.

Can I stop using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER once my symptoms subside?

No.
Use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER every day until your doctor
tells you to stop. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly or reduce
the dose without consulting your doctor, as it could make your breathing
even worse. Your doctor will access your disease condition regularly
and will increase or decrease the dose accordingly.

Will SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER more effective if taken at higher doses?

Always
consume the dose prescribed for you by your physician. Your doctor will
decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon
your age, body weight and severity of the disease. Do not take a higher
dose of this medicine without consulting your doctor as it could lead to
unwanted side effects. It your symptoms are not relieved by the
prescribed dose, consult your doctor so that he might adjust the dose
according to your health condition or can suggest an alternative
therapy.

I’m pregnant. Can I use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER?

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER should be used in pregnant women only if it
is considered necessary by the physician. Your doctor will prescribe
you with SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER after evaluating the risks
and benefits of the therapy.

Can SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER be used in children?

SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER is considered safe for use in children and
adolescents aged 12 years or above. However, it is not recommended for
use in children younger than 12 years due to lack of safety data. Kindly
consult your doctor before taking.

How long will it take for SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER to relieve the symptoms and how long the effects can last?

Generally,
SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER takes about 10-15 minutes to
relieve the symptoms of asthma or COPD. However, the onset of action
slightly differs from person to person based upon their disease
condition. The effects of SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER can last
for 12-18 hours, because salmeterol present in this medicine is
considered as a longer-acting beta-1 adrenergic agonist.

Can SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER cause infection in the mouth?

Yes. SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER may cause fungal
infections of the mouth (oral thrush). To avoid this, make sure to
rinse your mouth with water after inhaling the medicine. However, if an
infection develops, consult your doctor.

What happens when you forget to use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER?

If
you forget to use SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER, use it as soon
as you remember. However, if it’s time for the next dose, skip the
missed dose and take the next dose. Do not use a double dose to
compensate the missed dose.

Can SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER be used if you have an infection?

Inform
your doctor if you have any bacterial, fungal or viral infection before
using SERETIDE ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER. Your doctor will evaluate
your existing health condition and advise changes in management
accordingly. Also, inform your doctor if have exposure to an infectious
environment or with a person with infectious diseases, as SERETIDE
ACCUHALER 50/500MCG BLISTER may mask your symptoms of the infection.

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1.
KD. Tripathi. Drugs for Cough and Bronchial Asthma. Essentials of
medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 221-224 &
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2. Jinming Gao and Roy A Pleasants. Role of the fixed
combination of fluticasone and salmeterol in adult Chinese patients with
asthma and COPD. NCBI; PMC US National Library of Medicine, National
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3. Celon Pharma S.A. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in April 2021] [Accessed 13th November 2021]. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9682.pdf

4. Orion Corporation. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in November 2021] [Accessed on 16th November 2022]. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9224.pdf

5. Cipla (EU) limited. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in June 2022] [Accessed on 16th November 2022]. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10146.pdf

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Cipla Ltd. SEROFLO CIPHALER (Salmeterol Xinafoate and Fluticasone
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Cipla Ltd. SEROFLO Inhaler (Salmeterol + Fluticasone propionate).
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