Brand name: Fluticasone Salmeterol Multihaler 500/50 (Cipla) TM
Active ingredients: fluticasone propionate + salmeterol
What it is used for
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,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. FLUTICASONE SALMETEROL MULTIHALER 500/50 is not indicated for the initiation of bronchodilator therapy in COPD.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Inhalation.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
White to off white powder filled in a strip of 60 blisters
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
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.
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