Pavtide MDI 50/25 TM
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Active ingredients: fluticasone propionate + salmeterol, fluticasone propionate, salmeterol
Pack: Pavtide MDI 50/25 with Counter inhalation, 120 actuations, aerosol can
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PAVTIDE MDI 50/25 fluticasone propionate 50 mcg/salmeterol (as xinafoate) 25 mcg inhalation pressurised aerosol can metered dose (with counter)What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the regular treatment of asthma, where the use of a combination product is appropriate. This may include:,*Patients on effective maintenance doses of long-acting beta-2-agonists and inhaled corticosteroids.,*Patients who are symptomatic on current inhaled corticosteroid therapy.,*Initiation of maintenance therapy in those patients with moderate persistent asthma not adequately controlled on "as needed" reliever medication, and who have moderate/severe airway limitation and daily symptoms requiring medication every day (see CLINICAL TRIALS).,For the symptomatic treatment of patients with severe COPD (FEV1<50% predicted normal) and a history of repeated exacerbations who have significant symptoms despite regular beta-2 agonist bronchodilator therapy. Pavtide is not indicated for the initiation of bronchodilator therapy in COPD.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Inhalation, pressurised
- Inhalation
- Actuator & metal can with concave base fitted with a metering valve and a plastic dose counter. The canister contains a white to off-white suspension. The internal surfaces of the can & the valve are free from obvious defects.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from direct sunlight
- Protect from Frost
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 120 doses pack
- Sample Pack pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient fluticasone propionate + salmeterol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the active ingredient fluticasone propionate
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the active ingredient salmeterol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
