Bronchial Asthma Generic Serevent

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Generic Serevent

Active Ingredients:

  • Salmeterol

How does the medication work?

Salmeterol is a bronchodilating remedy, selective beta2 adrenomimetic with prolong effect. It works by relaxing smooth muscles of the bronchi and decreases their reactivity, inhibits the release of histamine, leukotriens and prostoglandin D2 by the mast cells. Bronchodilating action is achieved in 5-10 minutes after application and lasts nearly 12 hours.

Why is Serevent prescribed?

Salmeterol is indicated in the following conditions:

In Adults:

  • Bronchial asthma including prophylaxis of bronchospasm caused by physical exercise
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

When Serevent should not be taken?

  • Children
  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients

The medication should be used with caution in:

  • Thyrotoxicosis
  • Arrhythmias
  • Ischemic heart disease
  • Acute myocardium infarction
  • Uncontrolled hypertension
  • Hypoxia of different genesis
  • Pheochromocytoma

What side effects are possible with Serevent ?

Cardiovascular system: headache, tachycardia, irregular heart rhythm

Digestive system: taste changes, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, irritation of mucous linings in the oral cavity and throat

Allergic reactions: hives, angioedema, bronchospasm

Other: tremor, arthralgia, nervousness, low potassium blood levels

Salmeterol may cause paradoxal bronchospasm which must be relieved by an immediate application of inhaled bronchodilators.

If any of these side effects occur during the treatment seek medical attention immediately.

This is not a full list of possible Serevent side effects. If you notice other adverse effects caused by the preparation inform your doctor or pharmacist.

What are possible drug to drug interactions associated with Serevent?

  • Beta blockers
  • Certain antibiotics
  • Certain antifungals
  • Certain diuretics
  • MAO inhibitors
  • Cardiac glycoside
  • Long-acting beta agonist
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the above mentioned medicines or other preparations including herbals, vitamins and food supplements as they may change the effectiveness or increase the risk of Serevent side effects.

Additional drug information

p<> The medicines should be kept out of reach and sight of children. You should take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid off-label use of the medication. If you are unsure about anything related to Serevent contact your health care provider or pharmacist. You can also apply to our customer support service.

How does the medication work?

Salmeterol is a bronchodilating remedy, selective beta2 adrenomimetic with prolong effect. It works by relaxing smooth muscles of the bronchi and decreases their reactivity, inhibits the release of histamine, leukotriens and prostoglandin D2 by the mast cells. Bronchodilating action is achieved in 5-10 minutes after application and lasts nearly 12 hours.

Why is Serevent prescribed?

Salmeterol is indicated in the following conditions:

In Adults:

  • Bronchial asthma including prophylaxis of bronchospasm caused by physical exercise
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

When Serevent should not be taken?

  • Children
  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
  • Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients

The medication should be used with caution in:

  • Thyrotoxicosis
  • Arrhythmias
  • Ischemic heart disease
  • Acute myocardium infarction
  • Uncontrolled hypertension
  • Hypoxia of different genesis
  • Pheochromocytoma

What side effects are possible with Serevent ?

Cardiovascular system: headache, tachycardia, irregular heart rhythm

Digestive system: taste changes, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, irritation of mucous linings in the oral cavity and throat

Allergic reactions: hives, angioedema, bronchospasm

Other: tremor, arthralgia, nervousness, low potassium blood levels

Salmeterol may cause paradoxal bronchospasm which must be relieved by an immediate application of inhaled bronchodilators.

If any of these side effects occur during the treatment seek medical attention immediately.

This is not a full list of possible Serevent side effects. If you notice other adverse effects caused by the preparation inform your doctor or pharmacist.

What are possible drug to drug interactions associated with Serevent?

  • Beta blockers
  • Certain antibiotics
  • Certain antifungals
  • Certain diuretics
  • MAO inhibitors
  • Cardiac glycoside
  • Long-acting beta agonist
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

Let your doctor know if you are taking any of the above mentioned medicines or other preparations including herbals, vitamins and food supplements as they may change the effectiveness or increase the risk of Serevent side effects.

Additional drug information

p<> The medicines should be kept out of reach and sight of children. You should take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid off-label use of the medication. If you are unsure about anything related to Serevent contact your health care provider or pharmacist. You can also apply to our customer support service.