Advair, which contains the generic drugs fluticasone and salmeterol, is a steroid inhaler used to treat the symptoms of asthma and COPD (including chronic bronchitis) by stopping the release of bodily substances that can encourage inflammation in the breathing passages. Advair is only available with a doctor's prescription.http://www.drugs.com/advair.html

Advair is to be inhaled no more than twice daily, one puff at a time. Greater results can not be achieved by taking more than the recommended dosage of this drug. Those who use Advair to treat COPD may have an increased risk of developing pneumonia, and may exhibit any of the signs of this illness (such as body chills, a fever or a worsened cough). It is important to notify a doctor at once in the event of symptoms.http://www.advair.com/copd/learn-about-advair/learn-about-advair.html

As with most drugs, some people who use Advair will experience certain side effects. Some of these side effects are relatively minor, such as runny nose, irritated or sore throat, sinus discomfort, headaches, dry eyes or sleep issues. Other side effects are more serious, and may include tightening of the chest, choking, rapid heartbeat, oral white patches, coughing, blurred vision or losing consciousness.http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001071

Currently sufferers from high blood pressure or any other condition that affects the heart should let their doctor know before taking Advair. In addition, patients may still need to use a fast-acting inhaler while using Advair, as it is not to be taken to immediately treat attacks.http://www.advair.com/copd/learn-about-advair/learn-about-advair.html

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