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Manufacturer's name : GlaxoSmithKline K.K. |
621781501 |
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Revised: 03/2010 |
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Brand name : |
Adoair 250 Diskus 28 doses |
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Active ingredient: |
Salmeterol xinafoate |
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Fluticasone propionate |
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Dosage form: |
Inhaled dry powder |
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Printings on wrapping: |
アドエア250ディスカス28吸入用 |
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Effects of this medicine
This medicine is a combination inhaler of long-acting bronchodilator and steroidal anti-inflammatory agent which suppresses inflammation in the airways. It dilates bronchi and suppresses inflammation over a long time, and consequently relieves severity and frequency of asthma attacks.
It is usually used in the treatment of bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (chronic bronchitis, emphysema). It is not effective for sedating an asthma attack which has already developed. |
Before using this medicine, tell your doctor/pharmacist
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If you ever experienced allergic reaction (itch, rash etc.) to this medicine by inhaling. If you are a patient with tuberculosis, infections (except cold etc.), deep mycosis, hyperthyroidism, hypertension, cardiac disease, or diabetes.
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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If you are using any other prescription or nonprescription (OTC) medicine. (It is important to reduce the risk of drug interactions.)
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Dosage regimen (proper use of this medicine)
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Your dosage regimen is:(order of your doctor)
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Bronchial asthma: Usually adults should be given one inhalation of low-dose 100 Diskus into the mouth at a time, twice daily. The medicine can be replaced with high-dose preparation, this drug 250 Diskus or 500 Diskus, depending on the symptoms.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Adults should be given one inhalation of 250 Diskus into the mouth at a time, twice daily.
In each case, you can use this medicine up to two inhalations per day. Strictly follow the specified instructions in any case.
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Read the instruction for users "How to inhale Adoair Diskus" thoroughly before using the medicine.
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Gargle the throat after inhaling. (If you are hard to gargle, rinse out your mouth.)
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Missed dose: Inhale a dose as soon as possible when you remember that you missed a dose. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the next dose. DO NOT inhale a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose: If you inhaled too much of the medicine, check with your doctor/pharmacist.
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Others: Do not stop inhaling the medicine without the instructions of your doctor.
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Precautions while using this medicine
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When you experience an asthma attack, take prescribed medicine for stopping an attack, or visit a healthcare facility as soon as possible.
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Side effects of this medicine
Common side effects are reported as below. If any of them occurs, check with your doctor/pharmacist: hoarseness (hoarse voice), oral or pharyngeal candidiasis, irritation in the mouth or throat (abnormal feeling, pain, uncomfortable feeling), infection, rash, urticaria, angioedema (swelling in the eyes or lips), muscle spasm, etc.In rare cases, symptoms described below may be the sign of side effects indicated in brackets [ ]. If they occur, stop taking your medicine and check with your doctor immediately.
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Dyspnea, hives, cold sweat[shock, anaphylactoid symptoms]
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Lassitude, loss of muscular strength, numbness/tremor in the limbs[low serum potassium level]
Other side effects not listed here may occur. Check with your doctor/pharmacist if you have any worrisome symptom. |
Storage and other information
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Keep out of the reach of children. Store away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
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If any medicines are left, do not store and discard them.
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For further information, ask your doctor/pharmacist. "Kanjamuke Iyakuhin Guide" and Japanese package insert information (for medical professionals) is available on the website of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency. |
