Inhaler

Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) is used for long-term effect to prevent asthma. It is not used to relieve sudden and acute asthma attacks

Do not take Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) or to similar medications.

Before using Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine or dietary supplement if you have heart problems or high blood pressure if you have a history of seizures if you have diabetes if you have an untreated systemic fungal, bacterial, viral, or parasitic infection if you have herpes simplex of the eye if you are currently taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor within the last 2 weeks if you have any other medical condition

Use extreme caution when switching from an oral steroid medication to Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone). During periods of stress or a severe asthma attack, contact your doctor. You may be instructed to use oral steroid medications. Carry a warning card (Med-Alert ) to inform others that you have asthma.

Other: Unusual taste; thrush (oral fungal infection

How much medicine you use and how often you used it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, and weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) you are using, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the patient information packet that comes with Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone). Be sure that you know how to use the inhaler device before taking it. Rinse your mouth out after inhaling Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone). Do not use Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) with a spacer device. Never breathe out into Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) provider (Diskus). Do not try to take Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) provider apart. Always use Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) in a level, horizontal position. Never wash the mouthpiece or any other part of the Diskus. Keep it dry and always keep in a dry place. Use Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) at regular intervals (usually morning and evening, approximately 12 hours apart) or as directed by your health care provider. Throw away Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) 1 month after removing the foil overwrap or when the dose indicator reads "0". Contact your health care provider immediately if any of the following occur: Worsening of condition; need to increase the number of inhalations of other asthma medications; pounding in the chest; chest pain; fast heartbeat; tremor; nervousness. Avoid exposure to chicken and measles while taking Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone). Contact your health care provider at once if you become exposed. Lab tests may be required to monitor therapy. Be sure to keep appointments. Do not stop taking Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) without checking with your doctor. Do not take more medication than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before using Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your doctor. This includes any dietary supplements or herbal preparations. If a dose is missed, use it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Store Advair Diskus (salmeterol/fluticasone) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.