What is Seretide 500 for?
What is Seretide 500 for?
Seretide (50 micrograms salmeterol and 500 micrograms fluticasone propionate) is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of patients with COPD, with a FEV1 <60% predicted normal (pre-bronchodilator) and a history of repeated exacerbations, who have significant symptoms despite regular bronchodilator therapy.
How many doses are in accuhaler?
Opened: A new Accuhaler contains 28 or 60 doses individually protected doses of salmeterol/fluticasone propionate, in powder form. The dose indicator tells how many doses are left. Each dose is accurately measured and hygienically protected. It requires no maintenance and no refilling.
How do you use accuhaler 50 500 Seretide?
Directions for Use While you breathe Seretide 50 mcg/500 mcg Accuhaler from the mouth, press down inhaler once to release the medicine and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have inhaled the number of puffs as advised by your doctor.
How strong is Seretide inhaler?
Seretide Evohaler 25 microgram/250 microgram per metered dose pressurised inhalation, suspension. Each metered dose (ex valve) contains: 25 micrograms of salmeterol (as salmeterol xinafoate) and 50, 125 or 250 micrograms of fluticasone propionate.
Is Seretide 50 a steroid?
SERETIDE contains two medicines, fluticasone propionate and salmeterol xinafoate. Fluticasone propionate belongs to a group of medicines known as corticosteroids, frequently called ‘steroids’. They are not ‘anabolic steroids’ which are the steroids sometimes misused by athletes.
How many times a day can you take Seretide?
You must use your Seretide inhaler regularly every day, usually twice a day but sometimes reducing to once a day if your asthma is well controlled. You should always follow the instructions given by your doctor regarding when to use your inhaler and how many inhalations you should use each day.
Is Seretide a DPI?
Seretide Accuhaler 250/50: DPI (dry powder inhaler) salmeterol 50mcg, with fluticasone 250mcg/dose, 60 doses.
How do I use accuhaler 250 50 Seretide?
Checklist of steps
- Check dose counter.
- Open cover (use thumb grip)
- Load dose: keep device horizontal while sliding lever until it clicks (Do not shake)
- Breathe out gently (away from inhaler)
- Place mouthpiece in mouth (without biting) and close lips to form a good seal. (
- Breathe in steadily and deeply.
How much does a Seretide inhaler cost?
Average cost of inhalers
| Prescribable Item Name | Device and pack size | Average cost per inhaler |
|---|---|---|
| SERETIDE 100 ACCUHALER | 60 dose | £18.00 |
| SERETIDE 125 EVOHALER | 120 dose cfc free | £35.00 |
| SERETIDE 250 ACCUHALER | 60 dose | £35.00 |
| SERETIDE 250 EVOHALER | 120 dose cfc free | £59.48 |
Is Seretide a reliever or preventer?
Seretide is normally referred to as a ‘preventer’ or ‘controller’ inhaler as it helps to prevent symptoms such as breathlessness in asthma and COPD. It can also help to reduce the chances of having an asthma attack.
Why is Seretide not safe?
Due to the risk of systemic steroid side effects, such as decreased production of natural steroid hormones by the adrenal glands (adrenal suppression) and Cushing’s syndrome, Seretide is not recommended for people who are taking ritonavir.
Is Seretide good for asthma?
Seretide doesn’t cure asthma – it’s used to help manage and control your asthma. Seretide should be used regularly, even when you have no asthma symptoms, to reduce the inflammation in the lungs and to help keep the airways open.
What is Seretide accuhaler?
SERETIDE ACCUHALER is for inhalation only. Patients should be made aware that SERETIDE ACCUHALER must be used regularly for optimum benefit, even when asymptomatic. Patients must be warned not to stop therapy or reduce it without medical advice, even if they feel better on SERETIDE.
Is Seretide 50 mg safe for asthma?
Seretide 50 microgram/100 micrograms strength is not appropriate in adults and children with severe asthma; it is recommended to establish the appropriate dosage of inhaled corticosteroid before any fixed-combination can be used in patients with severe asthma.
What is the drug Seretide used to treat?
Seretide (50 micrograms salmeterol and 500 micrograms fluticasone propionate) is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of patients with COPD, with a FEV 1 <60% predicted normal (pre-bronchodilator) and a history of repeated exacerbations, who have significant symptoms despite regular bronchodilator therapy.
Can Seretide be stopped abruptly?
Treatment with Seretide should not be stopped abruptly in patients with asthma due to risk of exacerbation. Therapy should be down-titrated under physician supervision. For patients with COPD cessation of therapy may also be associated with symptomatic decompensation and should be supervised by a physician.
