Salmeterol + Fluticasone

Uses of Salmeterol + Fluticasone

Salmeterol + Fluticasone is used to treat Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma.

How Salmeterol + Fluticasone Works

Fluticasone is a corticosteroid which works by reducing inflammation, swelling and irritation of the airway. Formoterol is a long acting bronchodilator which relaxes bronchial muscle which ease breathing.

Side Effects of Salmeterol + Fluticasone

Blurred Vision, Sudden Coughing, Difficulty Breathing

Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Salmeterol + Fluticasone should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease, even though there is limited data on the effects.

Alcohol Not Advisable

Alcohol markedly increases heart rate especially when it is taken together with Salmeterol + Fluticasone.

Pregnancy Not Safe

There have been animal studies where there was an effect on the foetus especially in the early stages. There are limited or no human studies done yet. Salmeterol + Fluticasone can still be taken if the benefits outweigh the risks so please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Salmeterol + Fluticasone should not affect alertness or driving ability.

Liver Limited Data

Use with caution as hepatic impairment may lead to accumulation of Salmeterol + Fluticasone. Hence, close monitoring is required.

Lactation Limited Data

In the limited animal studies done, it is found that Salmeterol + Fluticasone is excreted in small amounts in breast milk. There are no human studies done yet. Therefore, please consult your doctor to discuss the benefits versus risks before using Salmeterol + Fluticasone.

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).