Salmeterol Benefits & Uses

Salmeterol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma

Other Benefits

COPD

Salmeterol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 puff Dosage Form: Inhaler Dosage Route: Inhalational Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for children 4 years or older

Salmeterol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Salmeterol is used -

Moderate

Decreased potassium level in blood

Mild

Rash
Insomnia
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Nervousness
Oropharyngeal pain
Muscle cramps or spasms (painful)
Tremor

Common

Shortness of Breath

Salmeterol Related Warnings

Is the use of Salmeterol safe for pregnant women?

Salmeterol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Salmeterol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Salmeterol safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Salmeterol. Immediately discontinue Salmeterol if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Salmeterol on the Kidneys?

Salmeterol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Salmeterol on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Salmeterol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Salmeterol on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Salmeterol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Salmeterol with Other Drugs

Salmeterol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Selegiline

Itraconazole

Indinavir

Moderate

Salmeterol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salmeterol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Hyperthyroidism
Liver Disease
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Salmeterol

Is this Salmeterol habit forming or addictive?

Salmeterol is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Salmeterol since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Salmeterol only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Salmeterol is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Salmeterol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Salmeterol

There is no information on the effects of taking Salmeterol with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Salmeterol

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Salmeterol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Serevent Diskus (salmeterol xinafoate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223-224

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1122-1123

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