Get a prescription for Advair online
Advair is a medication prescribed to treat and manage asthma, bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other breathing difficulties.
Getting an Advair prescription from us is straightforward and effortless; you can connect with a qualified doctor anytime through “Your Doctors Online” to discuss your presenting symptoms. However, an Advair prescription will only be provided after consultation with our qualified doctor and if the treatment is completely safe and suitable for you.
What is Advair?
Advair is a prescription medication with two active ingredients: Fluticasone Propionate and Salmeterol Xinafoate. This medication is prescribed to treat different respiratory issues like asthma, COPD, and similar issues.
Advair comes in Inhaler dosage forms and should only be taken by the doctor’s prescription. It should be noted that it treats long-term respiratory problems and should not be taken for acute sudden breathing issues.
Uses of Advair
Advair is generally prescribed and recommended for managing respiratory issues due to asthma, COPD, bronchitis, and other breathing problems.
How does it works?
Advair has two active ingredients. Fluticasone propionate reduces inflammation by inhibiting the production of inflammatory substances, which can contribute to airway constriction and other asthma-related issues. At the same time, Salmeterol relaxes and widens the airways, making it easier to breathe.
What are the different dosage forms and strengths of Advair?
Advair comes in two different dosage forms. Either powder or aerosol (Spray) for the inhalation. It has different strengths, including 50mcg/100mcg and 21mcg/45mcg. The dose will be different as per the severity of medical conditions.
How to take it?
Take the puffer and inhale as directed by your healthcare provider and pharmacist. Usually, for asthma, it should be taken once in 12 hours. Do not overuse the inhaler, and discuss the frequency with your healthcare provider.
Side effects of Advair
Common side effects are
- Cough
- Throat irritation
- Headache
- Nausea
- vomiting.
Serious side effects are
- allergic reactions
- fast or irregular heartbeat
- chest pain
- blurred vision.
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Hi Dr. Nicole, I have Asthma and breathing difficulty. Can I get some form of treatment, please?
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Prescription
- Fluticasone Propionate, 250mcg/spray
- 2 puffs, twice a day
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Precautions and Contraindications
- This medication should not be taken if previous allergic reactions are observed. Discuss it with your doctor to get the correct medication.
- Don’t increase the dosing frequency until your healthcare provider prescribes it.
- Discuss your medical and medication history with your healthcare provider, e.g., Cardiovascular issues or diabetes, to get the prescription per the medical condition.
- This medication is safe in pregnancy. Consult your doctor in case of any side effects observed.
FAQs about Advair prescription online
How can I refill my Advair Diskus prescription?
Schedule a virtual appointment with a board-certified Your Doctors online medical professional to refill your Advair Diskus prescription. Our doctors can send an electronic prescription to your neighbourhood pharmacy after assessing your symptoms.
How long does it take for Advair to work?
Advair doesn’t have a rapid onset of action. It will take 1-2 weeks or longer to work for breathing problems.
What doses does Advair Diskus come in?
Advair Diskus comes in Inhaler dosage forms with three different dosages, including 100/50, 250/50, and 500/50.
Is there a generic for Advair 100 50?
Yes, there is a generic for Advair 100/50 with the formula fluticasone and salmeterol as active ingredients. It’s beneficial to consult a pharmacist for any alternative medication.
Is there a better inhaler than Advair?
Symbicort and Advair are both prescribed and recommended as the first choice for chronic asthmatic and COPD symptoms. Symbicort can be the alternative to Advair due to its rapid onset of action compared to Symbicort.
Which is stronger: Advair or albuterol?
As per the clinical trials and studies, Advair is considered more effective than albuterol for its significant use in controlling breathing symptoms for chronic conditions.
What medications should not be taken with Advair?
Some of the medications that can interact with Advair are amiodarone, diuretics (water pills), HIV medications, antidepressants, antibiotics and antifungal medications.
What does Advair do for asthma?
Advair usage reduces inflammation as well as opens up the constricted airways.
How long after advair can I take Albuterol?
You can use rescue medications such as albuterol anytime during your Advair treatment. If needed, you can use your rescue medication right after taking a dose of Advair.
Who should not take Advair?
People should not take Advair if they have severe allergies to milk proteins or any chemicals in Advair Diskus or suddenly develop breathing issues.
What is an alternative to Advair?
Advair alternatives and Symbicort alternatives are Dulera (mometasone/formoterol), Breo (fluticasone furoate/vilanterol trifenatate) and Flovent (fluticasone propionate).
Is Advair an FDA-approved drug?
Yes. Advair is an FDA-approved drug for the treatment and management of the symptoms of asthma or COPD.
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