RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP : Uses, Price, Side Effects, Composition, Substitutes, Precautions and Advice - Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd | strip of 30 capsules

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How to use Salmeterol

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Rheoran sf 50 mcg/500 mcg octacap at a fixed time.

How RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP works

The Salmeterol works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the airways. This opens the airways and makes breathing easier.

Uses of Fluticasone

Fluticasone is used in the treatment of severe allergic reaction, allergic disorders, asthma, skin disorders and oral lichen planus.

Side effects of Fluticasone

Common

Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.

How to use Fluticasone

How RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP works

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..

In Depth Information on RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP

Expert advice for Salmeterol

Do not inhale a double dose to make up for a missed one.
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.

Expert advice for Fluticasone

Do not use the medicine (inhaler or spray): If you are allergic to it or to any other content in the medicine. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Inform your doctor before using the medicine if you have tuberculosis, other chest or lung infection, breathing problem, cold, liver disease or thin or brittle bones.
Do not use fluticasone inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
Do not use fluticasone inhalation of you are allergic to milk proteins.
Do not use the fluticasone cream on areas where you have itchiness, redness, rashes, infection or acne on the skin.
Inform your doctor if you have breathing problems or tightness in the chest even after taking the medicine.

Warnings

Special precautions for RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP

Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Rheoran sf 50 mcg/500 mcg octacap may be unsafe to use during pregnancy....

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Lactation

Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Kidney

SAFE

There is no interaction between renal impairment and consumi...

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Liver

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP

Frequently asked questions for Salmeterol

Q. Is salmeterol a steroid inhaler/ a bronchodilator/ beta blocker?

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. It is not a steroid; however it is available in combination with steroids as an inhaler. It is not a beta blocker

Q. Is salmeterol the same as albuterol/ salbutamol/ Ventolin /Advair/ Seretride/ Esiflo 250?

Salmeterol (also available as Seretride, Esiflo 250) is different from salbutamol (also known as albuterol, Ventolin). Advair is brand name for salmeterol and fluticasone combination

Q. How quickly does salmeterol work?

Salmeterol will not work quickly enough to relieve an asthma attack that has already started; it is used for prevention of asthma attack. Your doctor may prescribe another inhaler (a shorter-acting bronchodilator), if you get an attack

Q. Is salmeterol licensed for COPD?

Salmeterol is licensed for the treatment of COPD

Q. Does Seretide stunt growth/ hoarseness/ increased blood pressure/ weight gain?

Salmeterol (Seretide) is not known to cause stunt growth/ hoarseness/ increased blood pressure/ weight gain. However, if you experience such side effects please consult your doctor.

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Frequently asked questions for Fluticasone

Q. Is fluticasone an antibiotic/steroid/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinergic drug?

Fluticasone is a steroid but not an antibiotic/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinerhic/decongestant drug.It is used to treat nasal congestion (decongestant) and other symptoms caused by allergies or conditions like asthma

Q. Does it contain sulfa?

It does not contain sulfa

Q. Is fluticasone available over the counter?

No. Fluticasone is a prescription drug. It is not available over the counter

Q. Is Fluticasone the same as Nasonex/Flonase?

Fluticasone is also available in the branded form as Flonase nasal spray

Q. Does it contain acetaminophen?

However, Nasonex consists of another drug called Mometasone also used for treating nasal allergies. Acetaaminofen is a different medication

Q. What is used for?

Fluticasone (in the form of inhaler) is used to treat symptoms of asthma and nasal inflammation such as coughing, wheezing, blocked nose, runny nose

Q. Is fluticasone used for cold?

It is also used as topical cream to treat various skin allergies and infections. It is not used for common cold

Q. Can I take fluticasone with Benadryl/Sudafed/Zyrtec/ Afrin/Allegra/Mucinex?

Yes. Fluticasone may be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/Sudafed (pseudoephedrine)/Zyrtec (cetrizine)/ Afrin (oxymetazoline)/Allegra (fexofenadine)/Mucinex (guaifenesin) if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does fluticasone propionate cause weight gain/drowsiness/ wakefulness?

Fluticasone may cause weight gain since it is a steroid drug. It may cause drowsiness or wakefulness. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is fluticasone addictive?

No. Fluticasone is not an addictive or a controlled/banned substance

Q. Dose fluticasone cause nose bleeds?

Yes. The most common and expected side-effect of fluticasone nasal spray/inhaler is nose bleeding. If your bleeding is more or does not stop, please consult your doctor

Q. Can I take fluticasone if I have high blood pressure?

It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking fluticasone if you have high blood pressure.

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Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 2nd Jun 2017.

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