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SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s

Salmeterol:25mcg/actu | Inhalants

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Manufactured / Marketed By : GSK Product Form : InhalerPack Size : 1x60sIngredients : Salmeterol:25mcg/actuGeneric Category : Inhalants

How it works

SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s

  • Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet rare
  • Skin rash rare
  • Sneezing
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Abdominal or stomach pain
  • Nausea rare
  • Nervousness
  • Dizziness

Uses of SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Asthma

    This medicine is used to prevent or reverse airway obstruction in patients who suffer from asthma or bronchospasm. It is usually used in combination with a long-term asthma control medication such as an inhaled corticosteroid.

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    This medicine is used to prevent and treat symptoms such as breathing difficulties, wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, etc. associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20 to 40 minutes of administration of the dose.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 9 to 12 hours.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

  • Status asthmaticus

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from status asthmaticus (a severe, acute asthma attack) as a first-line therapy since it is not effective in treating this condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of use before using this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Liver impairment

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Hypokalemia

    The use of this medicine has been associated with a decrease in blood potassium levels (hypokalemia). Hence, it should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from hypokalemia, a disorder where potassium levels in the body are very low. Regular monitoring of blood potassium levels is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Seizure disorders

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a seizure disorder due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of thyrotoxicosis or hyperthyroidism due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • Use in children

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.

  • First-line therapy

    This medicine is contraindicated as first-line therapy for asthma due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects including death. It should always be used as concomitant therapy with an inhaled corticosteroid as the primary form of treatment considering the severity of the patient's condition.

  • Diabetes mellitus

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of alterations in blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Atazanavir severe
  • Amprenavir severe
  • Voriconazole severe
  • Itraconazole severe
  • Carvedilol severe
  • Clarithromycin severe
  • Labetalol severe
Disease interactions
  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. These side effects may include increased heart rate, alterations in blood pressure, palpitations, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not use in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Does not cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver SEREVENT 25mcg Inhaler 1x60s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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