Seretide 50 / 100mcg Accuhaler 60 Doses

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Salmeterol Fluticasone propionate

DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?

This medicine requires a doctor's prescription. It falls under 'Prescription Only Medicine (POM)'.

BENEFITS AND USES:

Seretide accuhaler is used to help control symptoms in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). COPD is a disease affecting the lungs which make it harder for the person to breathe as the disease gets worse. Seretide contains two ingredients, Salmeterol and Fluticasone. Salmeterol helps to keep the airways open, making it easier for air to move in and out of the lungs. Fluticasone is a type of steroid and helps to reduce and prevent swelling and inflammation in the airways. Seretide is normally referred to as a ‘preventer’ or ‘controller’ inhaler as it helps to prevent symptoms such as breathlessness in asthma and COPD. It can also help to reduce the chances of having an asthma attack.

DIRECTIONS:

Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor or according to the instructions on the label. Do not take more or less than instructed by your doctor or pharmacist. You may refer to the Patient Information Leaflet to see the instructions on how to take this medication. This medicine is a preventive asthma medicine that must be used regularly. Steps to use accuhaler: 1. Hold the Accuhaler in one hand and put the thumb of your other hand on the thumb grip. 2. ​Open the Accuhaler by pushing the thumb grip away from you as far as it will go until you hear a click. 3. Hold the Accuhaler with the mouthpiece towards you. 4. Push the lever away from you until you hear a click. 5. ​Breathe out gently and completely, away from the Accuhaler. 6. ​Place the mouthpiece in your mouth and seal tightly with your lips. 7. Breathe in steadily and deeply. You may taste some sweetness in your mouth, which is normal. 8. ​Remove the Accuhaler from your mouth and hold your breath for about 10 seconds or as long as you can. 9. Breathe out slowly through your mouth, away from the Accuhaler. 10. Close the Accuhaler by sliding back the thumb grip back to its original position. It is ready for use again. 11. If another dose is required, repeat steps 1 to 10 after 1 minute. 12. ​If the dose indicator shows red, there are 5 doses left. 13. ​Rinse your mouth with water after use to prevent oral fungal infection.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE?

This medication may cause the following side effects: -Throat irritation or thrush in the mouth - Sleep disturbances - Muscle pain - Aching joints Inform your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away or are severe, or if you experience other side effects