Advair Hfa
Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced + 1 more
Treatment
7 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Advair Hfa
Treatment for
Asthma
What is Advair Hfa
Salmeterol
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Salmeterol is a long-acting medication used to treat asthma and COPD. It works by activating the beta-2 adrenergic receptors and has a longer duration of action than other similar medications. It was first introduced in 1988 and was approved by the FDA in 1994. Salmeterol’s structure is similar to another medication called salbutamol, but it has an aralkyloxy-alkyl substitution on its amine.
Serevent Diskus
is the brand name
Advair Hfa Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Serevent Diskus
Salmeterol
1997
77
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Salmeterol, otherwise called Serevent Diskus, is approved by the FDA for 7 uses including Asthma, Exercise-Induced and Asthma .
Asthma, Exercise-Induced
Asthma
Used to treat Asthma in combination with Fluticasone propionate
Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
prophylaxis of Exercise-induced bronchospasm
Asthma
Used to treat Asthma in combination with Fluticasone propionate
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Helps manage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced
Effectiveness
How Advair Hfa Affects Patients
Salmeterol is a long-lasting medicine that works to relax the muscles around the airways. It is more effective than other similar drugs, like salbutamol. Patients should be aware of the risks of taking salmeterol, including low levels of potassium or sugar in the blood, and not taking this drug with another long-acting beta agonist.
How Advair Hfa works in the body
Salmeterol works by binding to two sites on the beta-2 adrenoceptor, a receptor in the lungs. It is hypothesized that the saligenin part binds to the active site of the receptor, while the hydrophilic tail binds to leucine residues in the exo-site, which allows it to persist in the active site for a longer period of time. Another hypothesis is that the drug diffuses into the cells of the lungs and provides a depot of drug to the cells over a longer period of time. This helps relax the muscles in the lungs and increases airflow.
When to interrupt dosage
The suggested portion of Advair Hfa is contingent upon the determined condition, such as Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced. The amount of dosage changes in view of the approach of application detailed in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced
, 0.05 mg, 0.021 mg, 0.014 mg, 0.05 mg/pump actuation, 0.014 mg/pump actuation, 0.025 mg/pump actuation, 0.01275 mg
, Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, metered - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Asthma, Exercise-Induced
, 0.05 mg, 0.021 mg, 0.014 mg, 0.05 mg/pump actuation, 0.014 mg/pump actuation, 0.025 mg/pump actuation, 0.01275 mg
, Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, metered - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Asthma
, 0.05 mg, 0.021 mg, 0.014 mg, 0.05 mg/pump actuation, 0.014 mg/pump actuation, 0.025 mg/pump actuation, 0.01275 mg
, Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, metered - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
, 0.05 mg, 0.021 mg, 0.014 mg, 0.05 mg/pump actuation, 0.014 mg/pump actuation, 0.025 mg/pump actuation, 0.01275 mg
, Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered, Powder, metered - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, Respiratory (inhalation), Powder - Oral; Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, metered, Aerosol, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Powder, metered - Respiratory (inhalation), Aerosol, Aerosol - Respiratory (inhalation)
Warnings
Advair Hfa has five contraindications, thus it should not be taken if one is suffering from any of the conditions in the below table.
Advair Hfa Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Status Asthmaticus
Do Not Combine
Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease
Do Not Combine
Not being treated with an inhaled corticosteroid
Do Not Combine
Asthma
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Salmeterol may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Advair Hfa.
Common Advair Hfa Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
(R)-warfarin
Major
The metabolism of (R)-warfarin can be decreased when combined with Salmeterol.
(S)-Warfarin
Major
The metabolism of (S)-Warfarin can be decreased when combined with Salmeterol.
Almotriptan
Major
The metabolism of Almotriptan can be decreased when combined with Salmeterol.
Aminophenazone
Major
The metabolism of Aminophenazone can be decreased when combined with Salmeterol.
Amitriptyline
Major
The metabolism of Amitriptyline can be decreased when combined with Salmeterol.
Advair Hfa Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Overdosing on salmeterol can cause acid buildup in the body, increased lactic acid levels, anxiety, rapid heartbeat, changes in heart rhythm, low potassium levels, and low phosphorus levels. Other symptoms may include seizures, chest pain, high or low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, headache, muscle cramps, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and high blood sugar. Treatment may involve intravenous fluids, potassium supplements, a type of medication to protect the heart, and monitoring the patient's heart. There is not enough data available to determine the exact toxicity level for salmeterol.
Advair Hfa Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Advair Hfa?
244 active trials are currently being conducted to assess the efficacy of Advair Hfa in alleviating Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm, Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Asthma
92 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
77 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Bronchospasm, Exercise-Induced
0 Actively Recruiting
Asthma, Exercise-Induced
0 Actively Recruiting
Advair Hfa Reviews: What are patients saying about Advair Hfa?
5
Patient Review
3/28/2010
Advair Hfa for Asthma
5
Patient Review
10/12/2009
Advair Hfa for Asthma
5
Patient Review
8/11/2010
Advair Hfa for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
5
Patient Review
3/1/2013
Advair Hfa for Asthma
4.3
Patient Review
11/5/2010
Advair Hfa for Allergic Asthma
4
Patient Review
12/4/2012
Advair Hfa for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
3.3
Patient Review
7/4/2013
Advair Hfa for Asthma
3
Patient Review
4/27/2011
Advair Hfa for Allergic Asthma
3
Patient Review
1/20/2016
Advair Hfa for Asthma
3
Patient Review
6/6/2011
Advair Hfa for Asthma
2.7
Patient Review
5/1/2012
Advair Hfa for Emphysema
2.7
Patient Review
3/5/2010
Advair Hfa for Asthma
1.7
Patient Review
4/6/2011
Advair Hfa for Emphysema
1.7
Patient Review
4/20/2011
Advair Hfa for COPD with Chronic Bronchitis
1.7
Patient Review
8/16/2012
Advair Hfa for Emphysema
Patient Q&A Section about advair hfa
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is Advair HFA the same as albuterol?
"Fluticasone/salmeterol (Advair) is used to treat asthma and make it easier to breathe. Albuterol (ProAir HFA) is used to quickly stop asthma attacks and help you breathe easier, but it is not for long-term treatment or prevention of asthma since the effects don't last long."
Answered by AI
What is the difference between Advair and Advair HFA?
"ADVAIR DISKUS is a prescription medicine that is used to treat asthma in patients who are four years of age or older. ADVAIR HFA is a prescription medicine that is used to treat asthma in patients who are twelve years of age or older."
Answered by AI
How long does it take Advair HFA to work?
"You may not see the full effects of this drug for a week or longer. Tell your doctor if your symptoms don't improve or get worse."
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