Protide 50 mcg+250 mcg (Inhalation Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Salmeterol fluticasone propionate |
| Company | Unimed unihealth pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Regular treatment of asthma
- Combination product for inadequate control with inhaled corticosteroids
- Combination product for adequately controlled patients
Pharmacology
- Selective long-acting beta-2 agonist (salmeterol xinafoate)
- Corticosteroid with glucocorticoid activity (fluticasone propionate)
- Topical effect on the lungs without systematic effects
Dosage
- Different dosages for adults, adolescents, and children
- Inhaler and inhalation capsule options
- Maxhaler for asthma and COPD
Administration
- Instructions for effective inhaler use
- Cleaning instructions for the inhaler
Interaction
- Avoidance of non-selective and selective β-blockers
- Care needed with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to salmeterol xinafoate or fluticasone propionate
- Primary treatment of acute episodes of asthma
Side Effects
- Transient side effects of beta-2-agonist treatment
- Hoarseness and candidiasis as side effects of corticosteroid
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Consideration of benefit-risk in pregnancy and lactation
- Insufficient human experience with the product
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid initiation during exacerbation or unstable asthma
- Vigilance for serious asthma-related adverse events
- Possible paradoxical bronchospasm
- Increased reporting of pneumonia in COPD patients
Use in Special Populations
- Possibility of reduction in growth velocity in pediatric patients
Overdose Effects
- Signs and symptoms of salmeterol and fluticasone overdose
- Treatment of salmeterol overdose with appropriate beta-blocking agents
Therapeutic Class
- Long-acting selective β-adrenoceptor stimulants
- Respiratory corticosteroids
Storage Conditions
- Pressurized canister storage precautions
- Avoidance of direct sunlight or heat
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