Advair diskus
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is Advair diskus?
Generic Name: fluticasone-salmeterol
Other Brand Names:
fluticasone-salmeterol, Advair HFA, salmeterol-fluticasone
Fluticasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause
inflammation. Salmeterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve
breathing.
Fluticasone and salmeterol inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks. It is also used to
prevent flare-ups or worsening of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) associated with
chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema.
Fluticasone and salmeterol may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication
guide.
Posts on Advair diskus (190)
bronchectisis - Respiratory Disorders Community
- Jul 23, 2009
I have COPD and asthma
When I attempt to do chores around the house other then normal thin...
adiskus diskus - Respiratory Disorders Community
- Jan 03, 2009
I had been put on Advair and it really helped. Then I read that it causes osteoprosis (I'm ...
Can you get dizziness and nausea from a side affect of advair...i have taken for sometime u...
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- Apr 19, 2008
I have just read Walter3964's question about chest pressure. I"ve also had the very same p...
