Advair HFA inhaler is called Seretide evohaler in Europe.
Inhalers are measured at a different point in the device in the UK.
The US inhaler at 45mcg/21mcg is the same strength as the UK 50mcg/25mcg
The US inhaler at 115mcg/21mcg is the same strength as the UK 125mcg/25mcg
The US inhaler at 230mcg/21mcg is the same strength as the UK 250mcg/25mcg
The medicines are EXACTLY the same.
Advair diskus is called Seretide accuhaler in Europe.
Information About Advair HFA
Advair HFA inhaler, which contains the active ingredients Fluticasone (a corticosteroid) and Salmeterol (a long-acting beta agonist), is primarily used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
This drug is supplied in a metered dose inhaler, which is a plastic container with a mouthpiece and a pressurized medicine canister.
It is prescribed for long-term management rather than for immediate relief of acute symptoms. Short-acting inhalers (such as albuterol) are typically used for quick relief during asthma attacks.
Product Highlights
- By combining a corticosteroid (Fluticasone) and a long-acting beta agonist (Salmeterol), Advair HFA addresses both the inflammation of the airways and the relaxation of the muscles around the airways, offering comprehensive treatment.
- It is also used for the maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
Key Ingredients
- Fluticasone propionate
- Salmeterol xinafoate
- Propellant HFA-134a
Key Benefits
- Advair HFA helps in controlling symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, and chest tightness associated with asthma and COPD.
- The medication can improve lung function and reduce the frequency of exacerbations in patients with asthma and COPD.
Direction For Use
- Remove the cap from the mouthpiece. Shake the inhaler well for about 5 seconds before each use. This ensures that the medication is properly mixed.
- Breathe out fully away from the inhaler to empty your lungs as much as possible.
- Hold the inhaler upright with the mouthpiece facing you, and with your thumb on the base below the mouthpiece.
- Seal your lips tightly around the mouthpiece to ensure a proper seal.
- Continue to breathe in deeply and steadily. This helps to ensure that the medication reaches your lungs rather than just your mouth and throat.
- Hold your breath for about 10 seconds, or for as long as is comfortable, to allow the medication to settle in your airways.
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after each use. This helps reduce the risk of developing oral thrush (yeast infection in the mouth) which can be a side effect of inhaled corticosteroids.
Safety Concern
- Rinse your mouth with water and spit it out after each use.
- Put the cap back on the inhaler to protect it from dust and debris.
- Clean the mouthpiece of the inhaler at least once a week with a dry tissue or cloth. Avoid getting water into the inhaler as it may affect the medication.
- Use regularly as prescribed, even if you feel well. It is a maintenance medication and works best when used consistently.
- Follow your healthcare provider's instructions regarding the frequency and dosage of Advair HFA.
- Keep track of how many doses you have used so you know when to get a refill.
Avoid Taking if Advair HFA :
- The medicine has expired as it may not work if taken after the expiry date.
- When the counter reads 000, you should not keep using the inhaler, because you will not receive the right amount of medicine.
