Talk to Your Doctor About ADVAIR

ADVAIR has helped millions of people with COPD and may be able to help you, too.  However, the first step is to talk to your healthcare professional.

Your healthcare provider can be a tremendous resource in treating COPD, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. The questions below are designed to help you and your healthcare provider evaluate your condition. Select the answers that best describe your symptoms. Then print out this page and list all the medications you are taking in the space provided. Share this information with your healthcare provider at your next appointment.

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How often do you become short of breath?





How often do you have trouble breathing or experience wheezing?





How often do you cough even when you don't have a cold?





When you cough, how often do you cough up mucus/phlegm?





Have you ever suffered from a marked worsening of these COPD symptoms that lasted for a few days and required your healthcare provider's attention?



List all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Ask your doctor how ADVAIR helps significantly improve lung function for better breathing.

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See how to use ADVAIR DISKUS.

 

Important Safety Information About ADVAIR DISKUS 250/50

ADVAIR DISKUS 250/50 is approved for adults with COPD, including chronic bronchitis, emphysema, or both. You should only take 1 inhalation of ADVAIR twice a day. Higher doses will not provide additional benefits. People with COPD taking ADVAIR may have a higher chance of pneumonia. Call your doctor if you notice any of the following symptoms: change in amount or color of sputum, fever, chills, increased cough, or increased breathing problems. ADVAIR may increase your risk of osteoporosis and some eye problems (cataracts or glaucoma). You should have regular eye exams. Thrush in the mouth and throat may occur. Tell your doctor if you have a heart condition or high blood pressure before taking ADVAIR. Do not use ADVAIR with long-acting beta2-agonists for any reason. ADVAIR does not replace fast-acting inhalers for sudden symptoms.

Complete Prescribing Information and Medication Guide for ADVAIR DISKUS® (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder).