Advair HFA inhaler is called Seretide 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.
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.
