What is Advair Diskus? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Advair Diskus

• Inhalation routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine container and any leftover medicine. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Never use more medicine than your doctor prescribed.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Advair Diskus®: The powder medicine is held in a foil blister package inside the Diskus® inhaler. The Diskus® pokes a hole in each blister one at a time when you push the lever.Do not use a spacer with the Diskus®.Keep the Diskus® inhaler closed when you are not using it. Keep the inhaler dry at all times. Do not blow into it.Before you inhale your dose, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Hold the Diskus® level and away from your mouth.Open your mouth and breathe in quickly and deeply through the Diskus®. Do not breathe in through your nose.Remove the Diskus® from your mouth. Hold your breath for about 10 seconds or as long as possible, then breathe out slowly.Throw the inhaler away 1 month after you remove it from the foil pouch or when the dose indicator reaches 0.

• Advair® HFA: Inhalation routeYou will use this medicine with a device called a metered-dose inhaler. The inhaler fits on the medicine canister and turns the medicine into a fine spray that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. You may be told to use a spacer, which is a tube that is placed between the inhaler and your mouth. Your caregiver will show you how to use your inhaler and the spacer (if needed). Inhalation routeShake the inhaler well just before each use. Avoid spraying this medicine into your eyes. Prime the inhaler before you use it for the first time. Shake well, then spray into the air, away from your face. Shake and spray a total of 4 times. If the inhaler has been dropped or has not been used for more than 4 weeks, do 2 sprays into the air before use.Inhalation routeTo inhale this medicine, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Put the mouthpiece just in front of your mouth with the canister upright. Inhalation routeOpen your mouth and breathe in slowly and deeply (like yawning), and at the same time firmly press down on the top of the canister once. Inhalation routeHold your breath for about 5 to 10 seconds, and then breathe out slowly. Inhalation routeIf you are supposed to use more than one puff, wait 1 to 2 minutes before inhaling the second puff. Repeat these steps for the next puff, starting with shaking the inhaler. Clean your inhaler at least once a week.Throw away the inhaler when the dose counter reaches 000.

• Rinse your mouth out with water after you inhale your medicine. Do not swallow the water.

• Airduo„¢ Respiclick®: Inhalation routeYou will use this medicine with a device called a metered-dose inhaler. The inhaler fits on the medicine canister and turns the medicine into a fine spray that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. You may be told to use a spacer, which is a tube that is placed between the inhaler and your mouth. Your caregiver will show you how to use your inhaler and the spacer (if needed). Take the inhaler out of the pouch before you use it for the first time.Do not use the inhaler for this medicine with any other medicine.This medicine does not require priming. Do not use it with a spacer or volume holding chamber.Hold the inhaler upright and open the yellow cap all the way until it clicks. Do not open the yellow cap until you are ready to take a dose of this medicine.Inhalation routeTo inhale this medicine, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Put the mouthpiece just in front of your mouth with the canister upright. Inhale slowly.Inhalation routeHold your breath for about 5 to 10 seconds, and then breathe out slowly. Close the yellow cap after each inhalation.Rinse your mouth with water without swallowing after each inhalation.Keep the inhaler dry and clean at all times. Gently wipe the mouthpiece with a dry cloth or tissue as needed.The inhaler has a window that shows the number of doses remaining. This tells you when you are getting low on medicine. The doses counting down from 20 to 0 will show up in red to remind you to refill your prescription. Throw away the inhaler when the dose counter displays 0, 30 days after opening the pouch.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

• Inhalation routeKeep the medicine in the foil pouch until you are ready to use it. Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze.

• Inhalation routeStore the canister at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Do not keep this medicine inside a car where it could be exposed to extreme heat or cold. Do not poke holes in the canister or throw it into a fire, even if the canister is empty.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Inhalation routeKeep the medicine in the foil pouch until you are ready to use it. Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze.

• Rinse your mouth out with water after you inhale your medicine. Do not swallow the water.

• Airduo„¢ Respiclick®: Inhalation routeYou will use this medicine with a device called a metered-dose inhaler. The inhaler fits on the medicine canister and turns the medicine into a fine spray that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. You may be told to use a spacer, which is a tube that is placed between the inhaler and your mouth. Your caregiver will show you how to use your inhaler and the spacer (if needed). Take the inhaler out of the pouch before you use it for the first time.Do not use the inhaler for this medicine with any other medicine.This medicine does not require priming. Do not use it with a spacer or volume holding chamber.Hold the inhaler upright and open the yellow cap all the way until it clicks. Do not open the yellow cap until you are ready to take a dose of this medicine.Inhalation routeTo inhale this medicine, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Put the mouthpiece just in front of your mouth with the canister upright. Inhale slowly.Inhalation routeHold your breath for about 5 to 10 seconds, and then breathe out slowly. Close the yellow cap after each inhalation.Rinse your mouth with water without swallowing after each inhalation.Keep the inhaler dry and clean at all times. Gently wipe the mouthpiece with a dry cloth or tissue as needed.The inhaler has a window that shows the number of doses remaining. This tells you when you are getting low on medicine. The doses counting down from 20 to 0 will show up in red to remind you to refill your prescription. Throw away the inhaler when the dose counter displays 0, 30 days after opening the pouch.

• Inhalation routeStore the canister at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze. Do not keep this medicine inside a car where it could be exposed to extreme heat or cold. Do not poke holes in the canister or throw it into a fire, even if the canister is empty.

• Advair Diskus®: The powder medicine is held in a foil blister package inside the Diskus® inhaler. The Diskus® pokes a hole in each blister one at a time when you push the lever.Do not use a spacer with the Diskus®.Keep the Diskus® inhaler closed when you are not using it. Keep the inhaler dry at all times. Do not blow into it.Before you inhale your dose, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Hold the Diskus® level and away from your mouth.Open your mouth and breathe in quickly and deeply through the Diskus®. Do not breathe in through your nose.Remove the Diskus® from your mouth. Hold your breath for about 10 seconds or as long as possible, then breathe out slowly.Throw the inhaler away 1 month after you remove it from the foil pouch or when the dose indicator reaches 0.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

• Inhalation routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of the used medicine container and any leftover medicine. You will also need to throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Never use more medicine than your doctor prescribed.

• Advair® HFA: Inhalation routeYou will use this medicine with a device called a metered-dose inhaler. The inhaler fits on the medicine canister and turns the medicine into a fine spray that you breathe in through your mouth and to your lungs. You may be told to use a spacer, which is a tube that is placed between the inhaler and your mouth. Your caregiver will show you how to use your inhaler and the spacer (if needed). Inhalation routeShake the inhaler well just before each use. Avoid spraying this medicine into your eyes. Prime the inhaler before you use it for the first time. Shake well, then spray into the air, away from your face. Shake and spray a total of 4 times. If the inhaler has been dropped or has not been used for more than 4 weeks, do 2 sprays into the air before use.Inhalation routeTo inhale this medicine, breathe out fully, trying to get as much air out of the lungs as possible. Put the mouthpiece just in front of your mouth with the canister upright. Inhalation routeOpen your mouth and breathe in slowly and deeply (like yawning), and at the same time firmly press down on the top of the canister once. Inhalation routeHold your breath for about 5 to 10 seconds, and then breathe out slowly. Inhalation routeIf you are supposed to use more than one puff, wait 1 to 2 minutes before inhaling the second puff. Repeat these steps for the next puff, starting with shaking the inhaler. Clean your inhaler at least once a week.Throw away the inhaler when the dose counter reaches 000.

What to do if you miss a dose of Advair Diskus

Advair Diskus contraindications - Who shouldn't take Advair Diskus?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to salmeterol, fluticasone, or milk proteins. Do not use this medicine to treat an asthma attack or a COPD flare-up.

Advair Diskus warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, cataracts, diabetes, glaucoma, heart disease, high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, thyroid problems, seizures, or osteoporosis. Tell your doctor about any immune system problems or infections, including herpes simplex in your eye, tuberculosis, or parasites. Tell your doctor if you have been exposed to chickenpox or measles.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Increased risk of asthma-related hospital stays, intubations, and deathIncreased trouble breathing right after use (paradoxical bronchospasm)Increased risk of pneumonia in people who have COPDIncreased risk of infection, including fungus infection in the mouth (thrush)Low bone mineral density, which may lead to osteoporosisCataracts, glaucoma, or other vision problemsSlow growth in childrenAdrenal gland problems

• This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started. You should have another medicine to use in case of an acute asthma attack or COPD flare-up. Tell your doctor right away if your condition gets worse or you need to use your other medicine more often than usual.

• Inhalation routeIf any of your asthma medicines do not seem to be working as well as usual, call your doctor right away. Do not change your doses or stop using your medicines without asking your doctor.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Advair Diskus interactions & what to avoid when taking Advair Diskus

• This medicine will not stop an asthma attack that has already started. You should have another medicine to use in case of an acute asthma attack or for sudden COPD flare-ups.

• Inhalation routeIf any of your asthma medicines do not seem to be working as well as usual, call your doctor right away. Do not change your doses or stop using your medicines without asking your doctor.

• Tell your doctor right away if you have been exposed to chickenpox or measles.

• Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how fluticasone/salmeterol works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Blood pressure medicineDiuretic (water pill)Medicine to treat depression or an MAO inhibitor within the past 2 weeks (including nefazodone)Medicine to treat HIV or AIDS (including atazanavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)Medicine to treat an infection (including clarithromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, telithromycin)Seizure medicine

• Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Medicine to treat an infection (such as clarithromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, telithromycin) Medicine to treat HIV or AIDS (such as atazanavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)Diuretic (water pill)Seizure medicineBeta-blocker blood pressure medicine

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.