Esiflo 250 Transhaler (Salmeterol 25mcg / Fluticasone Propionate 250mcg)

Medical Description

Esiflo Transhaler should be used as explained by your doctor for the treatment of breathing difficulty in conditions like asthma and other chest conditions where there is difficulty in breathing due to narrowing of airways due to long term inflammation of airways and lining of lungs (COPD). It contains a combination of fluticasone and salmeterol as its active ingredients. This is a reliever inhaler which means it is to be used when you experience difficulty in breathing. Complete the treatment of asthma includes some other medicines along with this inhaler.

Uses of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Esiflo Transhaler is used in patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to relieve symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, breathing difficulty, chest tightness.

Contraindications of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

If you are allergic to fluticasone, salmeterol or any of the other ingredients of Esiflo Transhaler.
If you have an allergy to milk (lactose intolerance).

Side effects of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Headache
Yellowish white coatings or patches on tongue, mouth or throat (thrush)
Hoarseness of voice
Infections of sinus, respiratory infections
Muscle cramps
Increased heart rate
Joint pain

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You are diabetic.
You have a thyroid disorder.
You are suffering from fungal, bacterial or viral infections.
You are suffering from high blood pressure or heart disease.
You have low levels of potassium in the blood.
You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
You are taking any other steroid medicine orally or injectable.
You notice worsening of symptoms after using this inhaler.

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Mode of Action of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

How Does It Work?
Esiflo Transhaler contains a steroid medicine fluticasone which reduces the swelling and irritation of airways while salmeterol helps in the widening of the air passage. Together both these medicines make breathing easy and offer relief in the symptoms of shortness of breath, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, etc. in patients with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Directions for Use of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Learn the proper technique of using Esiflo Transhaler from your doctor or pharmacist, if possible use it in front of them for the first time so that they may check.
Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use.
Rinse your mouth with water after each use, but do not swallow the water, this will help to prevent infection in the mouth and throat.

Interactions of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Interactions with other medicines
Concomitant use of some blood pressure-lowering medicines (propranolol, atenolol, water pills) along with Esiflo Transhaler should be done with caution.
Medicines to treat fungal and bacterial infections (ketoconazole, itraconazole, erythromycin) and antiviral medicines (ritonavir, cobicistat-containing products) may worsen the side effects if given along with Esiflo Transhaler.
If steroid tablets or injections are going on, use of Esiflo Transhaler should be done judiciously as it may add up to side effects.
Tell your doctor about all ongoing medicines and herbal supplements before you start this treatment.

Storage and disposal of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Store it in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Esiflo 250mcg Packet Of 120md Transhaler

Overdose
If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately as you may face some serious complications.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine then take it as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.