What is Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol) used for?

Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol) is used to help prevent asthma attacks, as well as being used to prevent wheezing and breathlessness caused by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This drug contains two active ingredients, fluticasone and salmeterol. Fluticasone is a type of corticosteroid that works by helping to prevent inflammation of the airways, and salmeterol is a type of bronchodilator which helps the muscles of the airways to relax, thereby helping to improve breathing.

How should I use Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol)?

Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol) is inhaled orally. Patients should insert the inhaler into the mouth, administer the spray by pressing down on the canister and taking a deep breath, after which they should hold their breath for 5 seconds. It is essential that patients consult their physician before taking this medication so that the correct dosage required to treat their particular condition can be prescribed.

What are the side effects of Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol)?

Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol) may cause some side effects to occur, such as:

• Spinning sensation or headaches
• Nausea, vomiting or loose stools
• Nasal congestion
• Coughing or a sore throat
• Changes in voice

This medication may also cause other more serious side effects to occur. Consult your physician immediately if you notice a rapid uneven heartbeat, tremors, pain in the chest, coughing up green or yellow mucus, changes in vision, sores around the mouth or a worsening of asthma symptoms.

Please Note

Strictly follow all instructions provided to you by your physician or pharmacist while using Seretide MDI (Fluticasone Propionate / Salmeterol). Optimum and safe dosage can differ based on the patient and the condition being treated.

As this medication may be unsafe for certain patients, it is essential you always inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as if you have any allergies, other illnesses, or ongoing health conditions, and if you are taking any other form of medication, supplements, or herbal products.

This medication is not suitable for treating sudden asthma attacks.

Immediately seek emergency medical care if you have any allergic or hypersensitive reaction. Common signs of a reaction include hives, swelling, skin rashes, chest pains, as well as trouble breathing or swallowing.