Generic name:fluticasone and salmeterol [ floo-TIK-a-sone, sal-ME-te-rol ]
Brand names: Advair Diskus, Advair HFA, AirDuo RespiClick
Drug class:Bronchodilator combinations
What is Advair Diskus?
Advair Diskus inhalation is a steroid and bronchodilator combination medicine that 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.
In people with COPD, Advair Diskus is for long-term treatment. In people with asthma, Advair Diskus is for short-term treatment until symptoms are well controlled with with other medicines.
Advair Diskus is for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. Advair HFA and AirDuo Respiclick are for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Advair Diskus may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Advair Diskus is not a rescue medicine. It will not work fast enough to treat an asthma or bronchospasm attack.
Seek medical attention you have worsening breathing problems, or if you think your medications are not working as well.
