Advair is a prescription medication combination used to treat asthma symptoms such as coughing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It also treats air flow blockage in patients with certain lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It is generally prescribed for patients struggling to manage their asthma with their current medication or with severe asthma requiring multiple medications.

Advair contains a combination of the drugs fluticasone and salmeterol, also available in generic form. Advair is supplied as an oral inhalant powder and liquid solution to be inhaled by mouth using a special inhaler.

Advair treats asthma symptoms such as coughing, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, wheezing, and shortness of breath. It also treats air flow blockage in patients with certain lung diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.

It is important to note that Advair will not stop an asthma attack once it has started; in the event of an asthma attack, patients should utilize a short-acting beta-agonist inhaler such as albuterol instead.

Advair combines fluticasone and salmeterol and works by combining their effects to relieve air flow blockage in patients with asthma or COPD.

Fluticasone, which is in the class of medications known as corticosteroids, works by preventing specific lung cells and breathing passage cells from releasing substances that can cause inflammation and swelling in the airways.

Salmeterol, in a class of medications known as bronchodilators, works by opening up the air passages in the lungs and improving airflow to alleviate asthma symptoms.

The most common side effects of Advair include:

• Runny nose
  
• Sneezing
  
• Headache
  
• Sinus pain
  
• Body aches
  
• Throat dryness/ irritation
  
• Nausea
  
• Vomiting
  
• Diarrhea
  
• Constipation
  
• Dizziness
  
• Weakness
  
• Sleep problems
  
  

Seek medical attention right away if you experience any of the following symptoms while taking Advair:

• Chest pain or tightness
  
• Confusion
  
• Hives
  
• Skin rash
  
• Swelling
  
• Choking
  
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing
  
• Hoarseness
  
• Changes in heartbeat
  
• Faintness/ dizziness
  
• Cough
  
• Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
  
• Seizures
  
• Fever
  
  

This is not a complete list of adverse effects. Call your health care provider if symptoms are persistent or severe.

As with all prescription medication, be sure to inform the prescribing doctor about any medical conditions you have been previously diagnosed with and any medication/ supplements you are currently taking before starting treatment with Advair. Fluticasone/salmeterol can interact with other medications and substances, causing potentially serious side effects or life-threatening allergic reactions. Drug interactions can occur with antifungals, antibiotics, antidepressants, antivirals, and beta-blockers, among others.

In addition, let your doctor know if you are breastfeeding, pregnant, or planning on becoming pregnant before starting treatment with this medication.

Advair is an oral inhalant inhaled by mouth using a special inhaler. It's typically taken twice a day, but the exact dosage may vary depending on the patient's age and body weight. Take the medication exactly as your doctor has instructed. Do not discontinue or increase your Advair dosage without consulting your provider. If you begin to experience adverse side effects, inform your provider immediately.

You should store your medication in a closed container at room temperature, away from extreme heat, extreme cold, moisture, and direct light, and keep it out of the reach of children.

Advair is only available by prescription from a licensed health care provider. Providers on Sesame can order Advair for local pickup on the same day. Talk to a provider on Sesame and get your prescription ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your doctor.

Good news! If deemed clinically appropriate, providers on Sesame can write a prescription for Advair to be picked up near you—often within the same day! Simply talk to a clinician and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered immediately for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider.