How is Fluticasone and Salmeterol Inhalation Route dosed?
The dosage for asthma prevention is as follows:
- Children 4 to 11 years of age: 1 inhalation 2 times per day (morning and evening), with doses at least 12 hours apart. Each inhalation contains 100 mcg of fluticasone and 50 mcg of salmeterol.
- Children younger than 4 years of age: Use and dose determined by a doctor.
- Adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 inhalation 2 times per day (morning and evening), with doses at least 12 hours apart. Each inhalation contains 250 mcg of fluticasone and 50 mcg of salmeterol.
For chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) prevention and treatment:
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 inhalation 2 times per day (morning and evening), with doses at least 12 hours apart. Each inhalation contains 250 mcg of fluticasone and 50 mcg of salmeterol.
- Children younger than 12 years of age: Use and dose determined by a doctor.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions and never exceed the prescribed dosage.
What is the dosage form of Fluticasone and Salmeterol Inhalation Route?
The available dosage forms for this medication are:
- Inhalation liquid aerosol: The dosage for preventing an asthma attack is 2 puffs in the morning and another 2 puffs in the evening, with at least 12 hours between doses, for both adults and children 12 years of age and older. Children younger than 12 years of age should use the dosage determined by their doctor.
- Inhalation powder aerosol: The dosage for preventing an asthma attack is 1 inhalation 2 times per day (morning and evening) for both adults and children 12 years of age and older. The doses should be at least 12 hours apart. The dose for children younger than 12 years of age is determined by their doctor. The maximum dose is 500 micrograms (mcg) of fluticasone and 50 mcg of salmeterol two times a day.
Please consult your doctor for the appropriate dosage and frequency based on your medical condition and individual needs.
How is Fluticasone and Salmeterol Inhalation Route administered?
This medication is administered through the use of a special inhaler, either Diskus or inhaler, as directed by a doctor. The instructions for using the inhaler must be read carefully before administering the medicine. The medicine is used regularly in spaced doses, as prescribed by a doctor, to prevent asthma attacks and treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. For relief of an asthma attack, a different medicine should be used. This medicine must be used with a short-acting medicine (e.g., albuterol) for immediate relief. The dosage for children varies based on age, while adults take two inhalations twice a day, with doses at least 12 hours apart. Consult a doctor for the appropriate dosage for children under 12 years old or those with specific conditions like liver disease or other medical concerns.
What are common precautions when taking Fluticasone and Salmeterol Inhalation Route?
Common precautions when taking this medication include:
- Following the directions and patient information leaflet or patient instructions provided with the special inhaler.
- Not using more of the medicine or using it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
- Not stopping the medication without consulting your doctor first, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Informing your doctor if you have measles, tuberculosis, infections, stress, recent surgery or trauma, liver disease, or if you are breastfeeding.
- Informing your doctor about any other medications you are taking, as there may be drug interactions. It is essential to use this medicine only as directed by your doctor and to discuss any concerns or questions you may have about its use.