
Package | Dosage | Price | Price per Dose | |
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Dosage: 50/250mg | ||||
180 pill | 50/250mg | $610.87 | $3.40 | |
120 pill | 50/250mg | $430.63 | $3.59 | |
90 pill | 50/250mg | $333.34 | $3.70 | |
60 pill | 50/250mg | $234.45 | $3.91 | |
30 pill | 50/250mg | $124.39 | $4.15 |
Advair Rotahaler Description
Overview and local differences
Advair Rotahaler is a prescription inhaler that combines fluticasone propionate and salmeterol. It is used regularly to prevent asthma symptoms and to manage COPD. In the United States, Advair is usually seen as the Diskus device or other formats. The Rotahaler device is more common in some other markets. If you are prescribed Advair Rotahaler here, your pharmacist will confirm the exact device and how it works. The medicines stay the same, but the device affects how you inhale the powder.
How to use the Rotahaler
Use daily as prescribed. It is not a rescue inhaler. Prime when you first start or after a break. Load a dose by placing a capsule in the Rotahaler and piercing it. Exhale away from the device, then inhale slowly and deeply. Hold your breath for a few seconds. Remove the device and check the capsule is empty. Do not swallow the capsule. Rinse your mouth with water after each use to reduce thrush risk. Keep the device dry and clean. Replace the inhaler if it stops delivering medicine.
What patients say
Many users in the US report fewer symptoms and better sleep after starting Advair Rotahaler. Some find the capsule loading easy once they get the hang of it. Others complain about cost and occasional moisture damage that spoils a dose. A few people report throat irritation or a mild cough after inhalation. These reactions are usually mild and often improve with time or after rinsing the mouth.
Safety and side effects
Common side effects include throat irritation, hoarseness, and a cough. Less often, you may notice headaches or an upset stomach. Long-term use of inhaled steroids may raise the risk of thrush in the mouth and bone thinning. Rinsing the mouth after use helps. Contact your clinician if you have signs of infection, worsening asthma, chest pain, fast heart rate, or tremor. Do not stop the medicine abruptly without medical advice.
Tips for shoppers in the USA
Price varies with insurance and pharmacy. Many plans require prior authorization for Advair. Some plans limit the dose or switch you to a different brand. Compare prices at different online or local pharmacies. Patient assistance programs may help with cost. Keep an extra inhaler in a dry place and track your refill dates. Store at room temperature away from heat.
Bottom line
Advair Rotahaler provides ongoing control for asthma and COPD when used as directed. It is not for quick relief. If you notice no improvement or new symptoms, talk to your clinician. Read the patient information and follow the device instructions to get the full benefit.