QUIKHALE SF 50MCG/250MCG CAPSULE

• Wheezing
• shortness of breath
• coughing
• chest tightness caused by asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD
• a group of lung diseases that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema)
• bronchospasm (constriction of air passages)
• breathlessness during exercise

• Salmeterol belongs to a class of medications called long-acting beta agonists (LABAs)
• It works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe

Chronic asthma -

• Adult:As metered dose aerosol or dry powder inhaler-50 mcg bid, or up to 100 mcg bid if necessary, in asthma patients withmore severe airways obstruction
• Child:4-12 yr50 mcg bid

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -

• Adult:As metered dose aerosol or dry powder inhaler-50 mcg bid

Prophylaxis of exercise-induced asthma -

• Adult:As metered dose aerosol or dry powder inhaler-50 mcg at least 30 min prior to exercise
• Child:≥4 yrSame as adult dose

• Muscle cramps
• Very fast heart rate
• Feeling shaky
• Rash
• Inability to sleep
• Low potassium levels in blood
• Headache
• Nervousness

• Do not use salmeterol during an attack of asthma or COPD. Your doctor will prescribe a short-acting inhaler to use during attacks.Do not stop using salmeterol without talking to your doctor.
• If you suddenly stop using salmeterol, your symptoms may worsen.
• Do not take salmeterol, If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to salmeterol,Always activate and use the inhaler device in a level, horizontal position. Do not try to use a spacer device with salmeterol.
• To prepare the device for use, open the protective foil pouch and remove the inhaler device. Hold the device in one hand. Use the thumb of the opposite hand to push the thumb grip as far away from you as it will go. The mouthpiece will appear and snap into position.
• Hold the device in a level, flat position with the mouthpiece toward you. Use your thumb to slide the lever away from you as far as it will go. You should hear a click. The device is now ready for use.
• Do not close or tilt the device, play with the lever, or move the lever more than once. You may accidentally release or waste a dose

Fluticasone is used to control symptoms of -

• asthma
• allergies of nose
• throat or chest that cause symptoms of stuffy
• runny or itchy nose
• sneezing and watery
• itchy or red eyes
• skin problems like itchy rash (eczema)
• redness and itchiness (psoriasis)
• inflammation (dermatitis)
• prickly heat or insect bites in adults or dermatitis in children

Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs called glucocorticoids/steroids. It prevents the release of the substances in the body that cause inflammation and allergies

• Asthma- Dose is based on asthma severity. The recommended dose is 1 inhalation twice daily.The maximum recommended dosage is 500/50 twice daily
• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - The recommended dose is 1 inhalation (250/50) twice daily
• Skin Inflammation -Cream, Lotion, and Ointment- Apply as directed by your physician

• Cough
• Tightness in the chest
• Sore throat
• Mild fever
• Bleeding of the nose
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Upset stomach
• Sinus pain
• White patches or sores on the lips or inside the mouth

Inhaler-

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis, cataract, increased eye pressure, infections, kidney or liver disease, diarrhea, who are taking other medications, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Always keep the inhaler hand in hand
• It may cause loss of blood electrolytes, infection, due to change from oral steroids to inhaler. If you experience with any of the above symptoms, consult with your doctor immediately
• Patients should stay away from people who are affected by certain infections like chickenpox or measles if they have not been vaccinated

Topical

• Do not cover the treated skin after applying this medication
• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women
• Wash your hands thoroughly after applying this medication