Protide 50 mcg+100 mcg (Inhalation Capsule)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Salmeterol fluticasone propionate
Company Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Protide 50 mcg inhalation capsule Protide 50 mcg inhalation capsule Protide 25 mcg inhaler Protide 25 mcg inhaler

Indications

  • Regular treatment of asthma
  • Use of combination product (long-acting β2-agonist and inhaled corticosteroid) in appropriate patients

Pharmacology

  • Salmeterol Xinafoate as selective long-acting beta-2 agonist
  • Fluticasone Propionate as corticosteroid with mainly glucocorticoid activity

Dosage

  • Specific inhaler dosages for different age groups
  • Dosage variations based on asthma severity
  • Different dosage recommendations for adults and children

Administration

  • Correct inhaler usage steps
  • Importance of regular and correct use of the inhaler
  • Instructions for cleaning the inhaler

Interaction

  • Avoidance of non-selective and selective β-blockers in asthma patients
  • Potential interaction with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to salmeterol xinafoate, fluticasone propionate, or any of the excipients
  • Contraindicated in the primary treatment of status asthmaticus or other acute episodes of asthma

Side Effects

  • Adverse reactions associated with Salmeterol and Fluticasone Propionate
  • No additional adverse events following concurrent administration of the two compounds

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Consideration of administration during pregnancy and lactation if benefits outweigh risks
  • Insufficient experience in human pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

  • Avoid initiation during exacerbation or if asthma is unstable or acutely deteriorating
  • Vigilance for serious asthma-related adverse events and exacerbations
  • Possibility of paradoxical bronchospasm and its treatment

Use in Special Populations

  • Potential reduction in growth velocity when administered to pediatric patients
  • Unknown long-term effects on final adult height

Overdose Effects

  • Signs and symptoms of Salmeterol and Fluticasone Propionate overdose
  • Treatment for Salmeterol overdose and monitoring for Fluticasone Propionate overdose

Therapeutic Class

  • Long-acting selective β-adrenoceptor stimulants
  • Respiratory corticosteroids

Storage Conditions

  • Avoid puncturing, breaking, or incinerating the pressurized canister
  • Storage below 30°C and away from direct sunlight or heat

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