Salmeterol + Fluticasone (Salmeterolum + Fluticasonum) 25 + 50-125-250. Price

Salmeterol + Fluticasone is a bronchodilating agent with pronounced properties, which is prescribed to patients mainly with chronic pathologies of the respiratory system. The cost of the drug is high, but it is justified by the effectiveness and relative safety for patients. The use of the medication must be approved by a doctor, which will reduce the likelihood of complications.

Composition and form of release

Patients can purchase the medication in the form of a metered-dose powder intended for inhalation. It is packaged in special bottles equipped with a dispenser for ease of use.

The powder has no specific aroma or taste. The powder bottle is placed in small cardboard boxes. The package contains a description indicating the features of the application, contraindications and possible complications for therapy.

The drug contains 2 active ingredients - salmeterol and fluticasone. The combined action is carried out due to the presence of these components in the composition.

The medicine contains excipients:

• Lactose in the form of monohydrate.
• Sodium benzoate.
• Iron oxide.
• Titanium dioxide.

The amount of active ingredients may differ and is selected depending on the symptoms and severity of a particular disease.

Terms of sale, price

Salmeterol + Fluticasone is dispensed in different pharmacies after presentation of a certified prescription form from a doctor. This prevents the independent use of the product by patients without the appointment of a specialist. The price of the medication ranges from 800-1500 rubles.

Depending on the dosage of active substances and the number of doses in the vial, the cost of the medicine differs.

Action

The drug has bronchodilating properties, which makes it possible to prescribe it when diagnosing bronchial diseases of varying severity. The medicine also belongs to glucocorticosteroids, since it contains a hormonal component that enhances the effect.

Experts note the beta-adrenomimetic effect of the drug, which allows it to be used even with an advanced course of the pathological condition.

When applied, various changes occur on the part of the respiratory system:

• The lumen of the bronchi and lungs expands, which prevents the development of spasm and suffocation. Similar symptoms are often observed when diagnosing bronchial asthma and some obstructive pathologies, therefore, the use of the drug prevents the exacerbation of symptoms and the development of complications.
• The drug improves lung function, which also has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the entire respiratory system. With the use of the drug, the elimination of acute manifestations of chronic diseases is noted.
• The medicine stimulates the respiratory function, improves the flow of oxygen into the blood and its diffusion to other tissues. As a result, the likelihood of the appearance of symptoms of hypoxia in patients with disorders of the lungs and bronchi is reduced.
• The hyperreactivity of the bronchial tree decreases, even with a single use of the drug.
• An additional property of the drug is the ability of the drug to block the action of allergens that can provoke a reaction from the respiratory system. Antiallergic properties of the drug are provided due to the presence of a hormonal component.
• The medicine has anti-edema properties, helps to eliminate edema of the tissues of the lungs and bronchi during exacerbation of pathologies of the respiratory system.
• When used on an ongoing basis, there is an improvement in the functioning of the respiratory system in patients with chronic pathologies.

  

The drug helps to achieve a therapeutic effect quite quickly after a single use, and also lasts for a day. In this case, the bronchodilatory effect disappears earlier than the antiallergic one. Often, the symptoms of allergy do not appear within 30 hours after the administration of a single dosage.

Salmeterol + Fluticasone (the price of the product depends on the dosage of the components) is rapidly absorbed after inhalation. The components of the composition penetrate into the tissues of the lungs and bronchi, and also enter the systemic circulation, spread throughout the body. The components of the composition do not accumulate in the blood, which somewhat reduces the risk of developing severe complications with prolonged use.

After providing a therapeutic effect, the ingredients are processed in the patient's liver and evacuated through the gastrointestinal tract. Within 2 days, the body is freed from the decay products of the active ingredients of the product. Dysfunction of the liver and digestive tract can provoke a deterioration in the processing and excretion of components. The severe course of the disease leads to an insignificant accumulation of substances, which has not only local but also systemic effects.

The rapid onset of therapeutic action makes the drug one of the most effective, but is not used for provision of emergency assistance, since in this case, potent medicines of a short actions.

Indications and contraindications for use

The medicine in the form of a dosed powder is indicated for various deviations from the respiratory system.

The main pathologies for which the medication is prescribed:

• Bronchial asthma at various stages. Usually, the medication is used for patients who need a combination treatment with drugs from different groups.
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in acute and chronic form. In most cases, the medicine is prescribed as part of a complex treatment with other drugs to increase efficiency.
• A persistent form of bronchial asthma, in which symptoms appear in patients on a daily basis. The remedy is prescribed as part of a complex treatment in combination with other medicines.
• Continuous monotherapy with glucocorticosteroids in patients who do not regularly visit a specialist. The drug is prescribed in long courses to prevent the progression of the symptoms of pathology.
• Diseases of the respiratory system of inflammatory origin, accompanied by obstruction of the airways. The medication can be used in short courses in combination with other means.

On an individual basis, the doctor can determine for the patient the indications for which the drug is used in short courses.

Salmeterol + Fluticasone (the price of the drug is justified by its high efficiency) is not used when diagnosing intolerance to its components or a tendency to such reactions. The high cost of the drug is an obstacle for many patients, but it is justified by its effectiveness in many diseases.

There are other contraindications for therapy:

• The patient's age is up to 18 years. The medicine has pronounced properties, but it belongs to potent drugs, therefore it is not used for the treatment of children and adolescents. This contraindication is also associated with the lack of data on the effect of ingredients on the body of patients under 18 years of age.
• Acute renal and hepatic failure, accompanied by impaired organ function.
• Exacerbation of gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer. After stopping the manifestations, it is allowed to use the medication according to the indications.
• Severe course of heart pathologies, in which ventricular fibrillation, heart rhythm disturbances, tachycardia are observed. If the patient needs the appointment of such a remedy, the doctor assesses the possible risks and expected benefits, and then determines the scheme of use.
• Diagnosis of acute thyrotoxicosis. Sometimes the drug can be used in short courses if the need arises.
• Viral and bacterial respiratory infections are considered relative contraindications for therapy.
• Acute tuberculosis, accompanied by other disorders.
• Fungal pathologies affecting the respiratory system.

The period of childbearing and breastfeeding is not considered an absolute contraindication for treatment. If the patient has certain indications, the doctor may prescribe medication after a preliminary examination.

Despite its high efficiency, the drug can provoke negative reactions if the instructions are violated. Complications often occur even if the recommendations are followed. They affect the respiratory system, the work of other organs.

Damage area	Most common reactions
Respiratory system	On the part of the respiratory system, disorders often manifest themselves in the form of a change in the timbre of the voice, coughing and shortness of breath. In some cases, the drug provokes bronchospasm, but such complications are rare.
Digestive organs	On the part of the digestive system, complications may occur in the form of nausea, heartburn and bouts of vomiting. In the presence of chronic diseases of the digestive system, the disorders do not disappear on their own, it is necessary to prescribe other means.
Vessels and heart	The aggravation of the symptoms of chronic diseases of the heart and blood vessels is usually noted with prolonged use of the medication.
Skin	Allergy to the drug is often manifested, accompanied by the appearance of a rash on the skin of the body and limbs, swelling of tissues, mucous membranes of the eyes, mouth and nasal passages.

Negative reactions are considered a reason for refusing therapy and prescribing drugs to normalize the condition. The drug can provoke an overdose when used in high doses for a long period. The condition is accompanied by the aggravation of all manifestations, threatens the health and even the life of the patient. If an overdose develops, you must immediately stop using the medication and consult a doctor.

Timely help can help prevent the progression of symptoms, but you should not use medications without first visiting a doctor or ignore the manifestations.

Method of administration and dosage

Salmeterol + Fluticasone (the price of the powder differs in different pharmacies) is used only locally for the purpose of inhalation after a preliminary examination. Depending on the disease, the features of therapy may differ. They are determined individually for each patient.

With bronchial asthma

Diagnosis of bronchial asthma in a patient requires the appointment of combination therapy, of which Salmeterol + Fluticasone is often a part. The medicine is used in long courses, the average duration is 4 weeks, but treatment is possible on an ongoing basis if the pathology is severe.

In a day, the drug is used 2 times with approximately equal time intervals. It is important to do 1 injection of the medicine into the oral cavity, positioning the bottle with the powder correctly. It is preliminarily recommended to study the official instructions, which indicate not only the dosing regimen, but also the rules for using the powder, the features of caring for the bottle and the nozzle.

Depending on the severity of the symptoms, the doctor may prescribe a drug with a different dosage of the active substance, but injections are done only once, repeating in the morning and evening.

With COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is treated with medicines from different groups, but a medicine with bronchodilating properties improves the condition by expanding the lumen of the bronchi. As a result, there is a better penetration of oxygen to the tissues and the development of complications against the background of oxygen deficiency is prevented.

The duration of therapy with the agent is 2-4 weeks, but in case of a severe course of the disease, longer use is allowed. The drug can be administered 1 or 2 times per day, which also depends on the severity of the manifestations. Make 1 injection at a time. This is enough to obtain a therapeutic effect.

Combined treatment may include other hormonal and bronchodilating agents, which are selected individually depending on the manifestations and the presence of concomitant diseases in patients.

When a pronounced therapeutic effect is obtained, the dosage of the drug can be reduced to the minimum effective. Dose adjustment is carried out by the doctor after a preliminary examination of the patient; the patient cannot do this on his own, as well as prolong the course.

If the patient suffers from mild and moderate liver and kidney diseases, there is no need to adjust the dosage, since the therapeutic effect is not weakened. Elderly patients also do not change the dose.

For other diseases, the drug can be used once a day, but usually it requires use in the morning and evening to achieve a pronounced therapeutic effect.

Some analogues

Salmeterol + Fluticasone (the price of the drug is considered one of its few disadvantages) has analogues that can be used in the case when, for various reasons, the original drug is not prescribed.

In most cases, experts recommend the following substitutes:

• Salticazon - a preparation in the form of a powder, which can be used as a substitute for symptoms of obstructive respiratory diseases. It is prescribed for inhalation in order to relieve the manifestations of bronchial asthma and some other abnormalities. Like the original, the medicine contains salmeterol and fluctikasone. Due to these components, a bronchodilating effect is carried out. The mechanism of action of the analogue does not differ from the original, but sometimes patients are prescribed Salticasone due to intolerance to the auxiliary ingredients of the original drug.
• Seretid has a similar composition, but is produced in the form of an aerosol for inhalation, which facilitates application and allows you to quickly obtain a therapeutic effect with a single injection. Like the original, the substitute can be used in short courses or for a long time, if the patient needs it. The drug has bronchodilating properties, contains a hormonal component that enhances the effectiveness.
• Salmecort also has a similar composition and can be used to diagnose bronchial asthma or obstructive pulmonary disease. Unlike the original, the substitute is available in the form of an aerosol, which acts faster, with a single application it helps to obtain a pronounced result within 10-20 minutes. The analogue therapy scheme differs depending on the severity of manifestations, it is determined for each patient individually. The substitute can also be used in long courses, if the need arises.
• Erflusal has a similar composition. Like the original, it is available as a powder for inhalation. The medication is considered to be as effective as it is available in several dosages of the main ingredients. If it is necessary to use the drug for long courses, the patient needs a preliminary examination to determine the severity of manifestations.

When choosing an analogue, the doctor takes into account the individual characteristics of the patient's body and the course of the disease. The patient cannot independently replace the original drug, adjust the dose or duration of therapeutic use.

Salmeterol + Fluticasone is an effective medicine with bronchodilating and beta-adrenomimetic properties that are actively used for patients when diagnosing obstructive pathologies bronchi, lungs. The price of the drug is high, but its effectiveness fully justifies it. In this case, 1 bottle of the drug is consumed over a long period of time, which is considered an advantage.

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