Table of contents:
- What Drug Salmeterol?
- What is Salmeterol used for?
- What are the rules for using Salmeterol?
- How to store Salmeterol?
- Salmeterol dosage
- What should be considered before using the drug Salmeterol?
- Is the drug Salmeterol safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Salmeterol side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Salmeterol?
- Drug Warnings and Cautions Salmeterol
- What drugs can interfere with the drug Salmeterol?
- Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the work of the drug Salmeterol?
- What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Salmeterol?
- Drug Interactions of Salmeterol
- What is the dose of Salmeterol for adults?
- What is the dosage of Salmeterol for children?
- In what dosages and preparations is Salmeterol available?
- What to do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
What Drug Salmeterol?
What is Salmeterol used for?
Salmeterol is a drug for the prevention or reduction of episodes of wheezing and difficulty breathing caused by asthma or ongoing pulmonary disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). This medication is a long-term therapy that should only be used if your asthma symptoms cannot be controlled by other asthma medications (such as corticosteroid inhalers). Salmeterol should not be used alone to treat asthma. (See also the Warning section.) This medication is also used to prevent exercise-induced asthma (bronchospasm). Salmeterol acts on the airways by relaxing muscles and opening the airways to improve breathing. Controlling the symptoms of breathing problems can allow you to carry out your normal activities.
This medicine does not work immediately and should not be used for sudden onset of difficulty breathing. Your doctor should prescribe a quick-relief medication / inhaler (for example, albuterol) for sudden shortness of breath / asthma while you are taking this medicine. You should always have your inhaler with you. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
This medicine should be used in combination with other drugs such as inhaled long-acting corticosteroids. However, this medicine should not be used with other long-acting beta agonist inhalations (eg, formoterol, salmeterol / fluticasone combination) as it may increase the risk of side effects.
It is recommended that children and adolescents who need to use salmeterol to treat their asthma, use a salmeterol / fluticasone combination product. Check with your pediatrician to see if this product is the right product for your child.
In patients with asthma, this medicine should not be used when breathing problems can be controlled with inhaled corticosteroids (eg, flunisolide, fluticasone) and occasionally using quick relief inhalers (See also Warning section).
If you regularly take a corticosteroid by mouth (eg prednisone) you should not stop using it or take this inhaled medication instead. Continue to follow your doctor's instructions for taking corticosteroids.
What are the rules for using Salmeterol?
Read the Medication Guide available from your pharmacist before you start using salmeterol and each time you get a refill. Follow the illustrated instructions provided by the manufacturer for how to use this device. If any information is not clear, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Always switch on and use this device in a flat and horizontal position.
Inhale this medication by mouth, usually twice daily in the morning and evening (12 hour interval), or use as directed by your doctor. You may or may not feel the medicine when you inhale. Both conditions are normal. Never exhale into the device. Do not use with spacers. Do not wash the funnel or any part of the appliance.
If you are using other inhalers at the same time, wait at least 1 minute between use of each medication.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Use this remedy regularly to receive its benefits. To help you remember, use it at the same time every day. Do not use it more often than recommended or use more than 1 inhalation twice a day as this can increase the risk of side effects.
Do not stop taking this medication or change your dose without consulting your doctor. Some conditions can get worse when this drug suddenly stops. your dose may need to decrease gradually.
If you have been using your quick relief inhaler on a regular daily schedule (such as 4 times a day) you should stop this scheduled use and only use it as needed for sudden shortness of breath / asthma. Consult your doctor for further details.
If you only use this medication occasionally to prevent exercise-induced asthma (bronchospasm), take it at least 30 minutes before exercise and don't use another dose for at least 12 hours. If you have asthma / sudden shortness of breath, use a fast-relief inhaler (for example, albuterol). Consult your doctor for details.
If this medication stops working well, or you need to use your fast-relief inhaler more often than usual (4 or more inhalations per day or use of more than 1 inhaler every 8 weeks), get medical help right away. This condition may be a sign of worsening asthma and is a serious condition.
Learn which inhalers you should use every day (control drugs) and which you should use if your breath suddenly gets worse (quick-relief medicines). Ask your doctor what you should do next if you have a new cough or cough that gets worse or shortness of breath, wheezing, increased sputum, worsening peak flow meter reading, wakes up at night with difficulty breathing, if you are using a quick relief inhaler for more frequently (more than 2 days a week), or if your quick-relief inhaler doesn't seem to be working properly. Learn when you can treat sudden breathing problems on your own and when you should get medical help right away.
Tell your doctor if symptoms do not improve or get worse
Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store Salmeterol?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Salmeterol dosage
What should be considered before using the drug Salmeterol?
In deciding to use a drug, the risks of using the drug must be weighed against its benefits. You and your doctor will decide to use the drug. For salmeterol, the following should be considered:
Allergy
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reactions to salmeterol or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as food, coloring, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or packaging carefully.
Children
Appropriate studies carried out to date have not demonstrated the specific problems that would limit the usefulness of salmeterol in children over 4 years of age. Safety and efficacy are not known in children under 4 years of age.
Parents
Many drugs have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether this drug might work the same way in younger adults or if it could cause different side effects or problems in the elderly. There is no specific information comparing salmeterol use in the elderly with that used in other age groups.
Is the drug Salmeterol safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = No risk,
- B = not at risk in several studies,
- C = May be risky,
- D = There is positive evidence of risk,
- X = Contraindicated,
- N = Unknown
Salmeterol side effects
What are the possible side effects of Salmeterol?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: nausea, vomiting, sweating, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat, or feel like you might pass out.
Stop using Salmeterol and call your doctor if you have any of the following serious side effects:
- Chest pain, fast or pounding heartbeat, tremors, trembling, or feelings of restlessness
- Skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness
- Wheezing, choking, or other breathing problems after using this medicine
- Worsening of asthma symptoms
Less serious side effects may include:
- Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, or insomnia
- Sweating
- Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
- Dry mouth or throat irritation
Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Warnings and Cautions Salmeterol
What drugs can interfere with the drug Salmeterol?
Although certain drugs should not be used at the same time, in other cases two different drugs can be used together even if interactions are possible. In this case, your doctor may change the dose or take other precautions that may be needed. Tell your health care professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription drugs.
Using this medication with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this drug or change some of the other medicines you take.
- Cisapride
- Dronedarone
- Fluconazole
- Mesoridazine
- Pimozide
- Posaconazole
- Sparfloxacin
- Thioridazine
Using this medication with any of the following medicines is not usually recommended, but may be necessary in some cases. If the two drugs are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or adjust how often you use one or both drugs.
- Acebutolol
- Alfuzosin
- Amiodarone
- Apomorphine
- Arsenic Trioxide
- Asenapine
- Astemizole
- Atazanavir
- Atenolol
- Azithromycin
- Befunolol
- Betaxolol
- Bevantolol
- Bisoprolol
- Boceprevir
- Bopindolol
- Carbamazepine
- Carteolol
- Carvedilol
- Celiprolol
- Ceritinib
- Chloroquine
- Chlorpromazine
- Ciprofloxacin
- Citalopram
- Clarithromycin
- Clozapine
- Cobicistat
- Dabrafenib
- Darunavir
- Dasatinib
- Disopyramide
- Dofetilide
- Dolasetron
- Domperidone
- Droperidol
- Eslicarbazepine Acetate
- Esmolol
- Fingolimod
- Flecainide
- Fosamprenavir
- salmeterol
- Gatifloxacin
- Gemifloxacin
- Granisetron
- Halofantrine
- Haloperidol
- Ibutilide
- Idelalisib
- Iloperidone
- Indinavir
- Degludec Insulin
- Iproniazid
- Isocarboxazid
- Itraconazole
- Ketoconazole
- Labetalol
- Landiolol
- Lapatinib
- Levobunolol
- Levofloxacin
- Linezolid
- Lopinavir
- Lumefantrine
- Mefloquine
- Mepindolol
- Methadone
- Methylene Blue
- Metipranolol
- Metoprolol
- Mifepristone
- Mitotane
- Moclobemide
- Nadolol
- Nebivolol
- Nefazodone
- Nelfinavir
- Nilotinib
- Nipradilol
- Norfloxacin
- Octreotide
- Ofloxacin
- Ondansetron
- Oxprenolol
- Paliperidone
- Pargyline
- Penbutolol
- Perflutren Lipid Microsphere
- Phenelzine
- Pindolol
- Piperaquine
- Primidone
- Procainamide
- Procarbazine
- Prochlorperazine
- Promethazine
- Propafenone
- Propranolol
- Protriptyline
- Quinidine
- Quinine
- Ranolazine
- Rasagiline
- Ritonavir
- Saquinavir
- Selegiline
- Siltuximab
- Sodium Phosphate
- Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic
- Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic
- Solifenacin
- Sorafenib
- Sotalol
- Sunitinib
- Talinolol
- Telaprevir
- Telavancin
- Telithromycin
- Terfenadine
- Tertatolol
- Tetrabenazine
- Timolol
- Tipranavir
- Toremifene
- Tranylcypromine
- Trazodone
- Trifluoperazine
- Vardenafil
- Voriconazole
- Ziprasidone
Using this medication with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If the two drugs are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or adjust how often you use one or both other drugs.
- Erythromycin
Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the work of the drug Salmeterol?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Salmeterol?
The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, such as:
- Acute asthma attack
- Bronchospasm (difficulty breathing), acute
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease - Should not be used in patients with this condition
- Diabetes
- Heart disease or blood vessel disease
- Heart rhythm problems (eg, arrhythmias, QT prolongation)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
- Hypokalemia (low potassium in the blood)
- Ketoacidosis (high ketones in the blood)
- Seizures, history - Use with caution. It might make things worse.
Drug Interactions of Salmeterol
The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of Salmeterol for adults?
Usual Adult Dose for Asthma - Maintenance
Powder for inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) every 12 hours.
Usual Adult Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Maintenance
Powder for inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) every 12 hours.
Usual Adult Dose for Bronchospasm Prophylaxis
Exercise-induced Asthma Prevention:
Powder inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) 30-60 minutes before exercise.
What is the dosage of Salmeterol for children?
Usual Children's Dose for Asthma - Maintenance
Minimum children 4 years:
Powder for inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) every 12 hours.
Usual Children's Dose for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Maintenance
Minimum children 4 years:
Powder for inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) every 12 hours.
Usual Children's Dose for Bronchospasm Prophylaxis
Exercise-induced Asthma Prevention:
Minimum children 4 years:
Powder inhalation: 1 inhalation (50 mcg) 30-60 minutes before exercise.
In what dosages and preparations is Salmeterol available?
Powder for oral inhalation: 50 mcg
What to do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Overdose symptoms may include:
- Seizures
- Chest pain
- Dizzy
- Fainting
- Blurred vision
- Fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
- Headache
- Shaking in a part of your body that you cannot control
- Muscle cramps or weakness
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Dizzy
- Excessive fatigue
- Lack of energy
- Difficulty sleeping or sleeping
What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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