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Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler




Side effects of Airtec SF Inhaler

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Airtec SF

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  • Respiratory tract infection
  • Fungal infections in the mouth
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  • Hoarseness of voice
  • Sore throat
  • Cough
  • Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
  • Increased heart rate

How to use Airtec SF Inhaler

Check the label for directions before use. Shake the inhaler. While you are breathing in from mouth, press down on the inhaler onedssad time to release the medication and hold your breath for 10 seconds. Repeat until you have sdasdinhaled the number of puffs as suggested by the doctor.Afterwards, rinse your mouth thoroughly with water and spit it out.

How Airtec SF Inhaler works

Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines: Salmeterol and Fluticasone Propionate. Salmeterol is a long-acting bronchodilator which works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Fluticasone Propionate is a steroid. It works by stopping the release of certain chemical messengers that cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

  • Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler is a combination of two medicines that opens the airways and makes it easier to breathe.
  • This medicine is for inhalation only. The tablet should not be swallowed.
  • It should be taken at the same time each day.
  • It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Use your rescue inhaler to control sudden difficulty in breathing. 
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
  • Gargle with warm water after each inhalation to avoid any fungal infections in your mouth and throat.
  • Take the first dose of this medicine under medical supervision as it may cause wheezing or tightening of the airways (bronchospasm) immediately after using.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your  blood potassium level as low oxygen level in the blood (hypoxia) and medicines such as Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler can lower blood potassium level.
  • Only miniscule amounts of Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler may get absorbed into the bloodstream after inhalation. Hence, serious side effects are unlikely.

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FAQs

Can I stop taking Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler. If you stop taking Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler, your symptoms may come back and may lead to serious complications. Take your medicine as advised by your doctor.

Will Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

No, taking more of this medicine will not make it more effective, rather it can lead to increased side effects. If symptoms are not getting relieved by the recommended doses, please consult the doctor for re-evaluation.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What is Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler prescribed for?

Airtec SF 25 mcg/50 mcg Inhaler is prescribed to treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Asthma. The symptoms may include wheezing, shortness of breath, and breathing difficulties.

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References

  1. Mayo Clinic. Fluticasone And Salmeterol (Inhalation Route). [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. MedlinePlus. Fluticasone and Salmeterol Oral Inhalation. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Fluticasone propionate/formoterol fumarate dihydrate. Cambridge, UK: Bard Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 24 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
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