DIGIHALER SF 250MCG

Overview

DIGIHALER SF 250MCG is a Schedule H drug.

DIGIHALER SF 250MCG is composed of: FLUTICASONE (250 MCG), SALMETEROL (25 MCG)


Fluticasone is a corticosteroid used to treat symptoms associated with asthma, nasal symptoms associated with allergies, and certain skin conditions. Fluticasone is available in different forms.Fluticasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.Fluticasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks. This medicine will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun. Fluticasone inhalation is sometimes used together with steroid medicine taken by mouth.Flovent brands of fluticasone inhalation are for use in adults and children who are at least 4 years old. The Arnuity Ellipta and ArmonAir brands are for adults and children who are at least 12 years old.Fluticasone is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergy symptoms, skin disorders and oral lichen planus.Fluticasone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Salmeterol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing muscles in the airways to improve breathing.
Salmeterol inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks or exercise-induced bronchospasm.Salmeterol inhalation is also used to treat chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) including emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

Usage

FLUTICASONE is generally used to treat: Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis
FLUTICASONE can address symptoms like: Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Shortness Of Breath

SALMETEROL is generally used to treat: Asthma, COPD, Emphysema, Bronchitis, Chronic
SALMETEROL can address symptoms like: Difficulty Breathing

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for DIGIHALER SF 250MCG and its Constituents

• Take with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• Dose is decreased or tapered over time.Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use.
• Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.
• You should not use the inhalation powder if you are allergic to milk proteins.
• You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to fluticasone.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not allow a young child to use this medicine without help from an adult.
• To reduce the chance of developing a yeast infection in your mouth, rinse with water (but do not swallow) after using this medicine. Pay special attention to your dental hygiene.
• Fluticasone can cause cavities or tooth discoloration.
• You should not stop using fluticasone inhalation suddenly. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.

• Do not use salmeterol inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
• Use only the prescribed dose of this medication, and do not use it for longer than your doctor recommends.
• Follow all patient instructions for safe use.If you use salmeterol inhalation for asthma, you must use it together with another long-term asthma control medication.
• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to salmeterol or to milk proteins.
• Do not stop using salmeterol inhalation without first talking to your doctor.
• Do not exhale or blow into the Diskus device.
• Do not take the device apart or allow it to get wet.
• Do not inhale a double dose to make up for a missed one.
• If you suddenly stop using salmeterol, your symptoms may worsen.
• Do not close or tilt the device, play with the lever, or move the lever more than once. You may accidentally release or waste a dose.

Symptoms of Overdosage

FLUTICASONE over-dosage can result in: Irregular Menstrual Periods, Difficulty Breathing, Fainting, Loss Of Appetite, Fatigue (tiredness)
SALMETEROL over-dosage can result in: Arms Pain, Back Pain, Jaws Pain, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Pounding Heart (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

FLUTICASONE : Vaginal Discharge, Diarrhoea, Nosebleeds, Joint Pain, Muscle Strain, Stomach Pain, Ears Pain, Fever, Lower Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Eyes Redness, Pain With Urination, Throat Soreness, Difficulty Swallowing, Vomit, Irregular Menstrual Periods, Eyes Eye Irritation, Sneezing
SALMETEROL : Muscle Cramp, Joint Pain, Insomnia, Bronchitis, Respiratory Infection, Stomach Pain, Diarrhoea, Dry Mouth, Dry Skin, Vomiting, Pain, Head Headache, Cough, Runny Nose, Nasal Congestion, Restless Or Irritability, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Fever, Loss Of Appetite, Nervousness, Fruity Odor On Breath, Noisy Breathing, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Loss (unintentional), Body Discomfort, Chills, Eyes Blurred Vision, Nausea

Serious Side-Effects

FLUTICASONE : Pain, Depression, Nose Discharge Or Mucus, Runny Nose, Loss Of Voice, Head Headache, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Mood Swings
SALMETEROL : Blood Pressure, High, Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

FLUTICASONE : Impotence, Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Agitation, Restless Or Irritability, Weight Gain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Pain, Muscle Wasting, No Menstrual Periods, Face Swelling, Weakness (generalized)
SALMETEROL : Hypokalemia, Insomnia, Atrial Fibrillation, Angioedema, Anaphylactic Shock

Disease Interactions

SALMETEROL can interfere with: Hypertension, Hyperthyroidism, Hypokalemia, Diabetes Mellitus, Seizure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

FLUTICASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
SALMETEROL is categorized as: ADRENERGIC BRONCHODILATORS / BRONCHODILATORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DIGIHALER SF 250MCG

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

COMBITIDE 25 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 440 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
COMBITIDE STARHALER 250	INR 674.45 for 60 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
COMBIWAVE SF 25MCG/250MCG INH	INR 423 for 150 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
DIGIHALER SF 250 INH	INR 499 for 250 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
DIGIHALER SF 250MCG	INR 499 for 120 MDI	FLUTICASONE 250 MCG, SALMETEROL 25 MCG
ESIFLO 25 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 529.5 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
ESIFLO TRANSHALER	INR 529.5 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250 MCG, SALMETEROL 25 MCG
FLUTROL 250MCG INH	INR 495 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FORAIR 25 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 475 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FORAIR 25MCG/250MCG NOVOCART	INR 511 for 100 MDI NOVOCART	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
QUIKHALE SF 25 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 455 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25 MCG/250 MCG MULTIHALER	INR 323.5 for 30 MDI MULTIHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25MCG/250MCG AUTOHALER	INR 1134 for 200 MDI AUTOHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25MCG/250MCG INH	INR 509 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AIRTEC SF 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 350 for 150 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
AIRTEC SF 25 MCG/50 MCG INH	INR 234.83 for 150 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
AIRTEC SF 50 MCG/100 MCG CAP	INR 135 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
AIRTEC SF 50 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 499 for 150 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
AIRTEC SF 50 MCG/500 MCG CAP	INR 317 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
AIRTEC SF 50MCG/250MCG INH	INR 499 for 1PACKET	FLUTICASONE 250 MCG, SALMETEROL 50 MCG
AIRTEC SF DPI 50 MCG/250 MCG CAP	INR 273 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
COMBITIDE 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 324 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
COMBITIDE 25 MCG/50 MCG INH	INR 238 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
COMBITIDE MDI	INR 238 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50 MCG, SALMETEROL 25 MCG
COMBITIDE STARHALER 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 573.8 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
COMBIWAVE SF 125MCG/25MCG INH	INR 298 for 150 MDI INHALER	SALMETEROL 125.0 MCG, FLUTICASONE 25.0 MCG
COMBIWAVE SF INH 50 MCG/250 MCG	INR 356.25 for 250 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
DIGIHALER SF 125 INH	INR 350 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
ESIFLO 100 TRANS CAP	INR 143 for 1 PACK	FLUTICASONE 100 MCG, SALMETEROL 50 MCG
ESIFLO 100 TRANSCAP	INR 130.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
ESIFLO 250 TRANSCAP	INR 260.5 for 30 TRANSCAPS	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
ESIFLO 50 MCG/500 MCG INH	INR 242.53 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
ESIFLO 500 TRANSCAP	INR 310 for 30 TRANSCAPS	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
ESIFLO HFA 25 MCG/125 MCG TRANSHALER	INR 391.5 for 120 MDI TRANSHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FLUTICURE 50MCG/250MCG RESPICAP	INR 230.28 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FLUTICURE 50MG/250MG INH	INR 409 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MG
FLUTROL 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 450 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FLUTROL 25 MCG/50 MCG INH	INR 181.06 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FLUTROL 50 MCG/100 MCG CAP	INR 116.4 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FLUTROL 50 MCG/250 MCG CAP	INR 250 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FLUTROL 50 MCG/500 MCG CAP	INR 310 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FLUTROL INHALER	INR 450 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125 MCG, SALMETEROL 25 MCG
FORAIR 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 348 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
FORAIR 50MCG/100MCG RESPICAP	INR 140 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FORAIR 50MCG/250MCG RESPICAP	INR 258.71 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FORAIR 50MCG/500MCG NOVOCART	INR 575 for 100 MDI NOVOCART	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FORAIR 50MCG/500MCG RESPICAP	INR 340 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
FORAIR R-CAP	INR 89 for 30 ROTACAPS	FLUTICASONE 100 MCG, SALMETEROL 50 MCG
PEAKHALE SF 25MCG/125MCG INH	INR 438 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
PEAKHALE SF 50MCG/100MCG RESPICAP	INR 100.57 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
PEAKHALE SF 50MCG/250MCG INH	INR 421.53 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
PEAKHALE SF 50MCG/250MCG RESPICAP	INR 234.83 for 30 RESPICAPS	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
QUIKHALE SF 50 MCG/250 MCG CAP	INR 260 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
QUIKHALE SF 50 MCG/500 MCG CAP	INR 290 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/250 MCG OCTACAP	INR 220 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/250 MCG RHEOCAP	INR 207.86 for 28 RHEOCAP	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG OCTACAP	INR 270 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
RHEORAN SF 50 MCG/500 MCG RHEOCAP	INR 243.92 for 28 RHEOCAP	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE EVOHALER 25 MCG/100 MCG INH	INR 358.6 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SERETIDE EVOHALER 50 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 487.35 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE EVOHALER DC INH	INR 424.28 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE INH-PWD 50 MCG/100 MCG	INR 450 for 60 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE INH-PWD 50 MCG/250 MCG INH	INR 540 for 60 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE INH-PWD 50 MCG/500 MCG INH	INR 650 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE INH-PWD INH 50MCG/100MCG BLISTERS	INR 248 for 28 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERETIDE INH-PWD INH 50MCG/500MCG BLISTERS	INR 365 for 28 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SERITIDE 50/500MCG INH-PWD	INR 1076.2 for 1 DEVICE	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SEROFLAM 25MCG/125MCG TAB	INR 36.08 for 10 TABLETS	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25 MCG/125 MCG AUTOHALER	INR 864 for 200 MDI AUTOHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25 MCG/125 MCG INH	INR 363 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 125.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25 MCG/50 MCG INH	INR 298 for 120 MDI INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 25 MCG/500 MCG MULTIHALER	INR 362 for 200 MDI MULTIHALER	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 25.0 MCG
SEROFLO 50 MCG/100 MCG ROTACAP	INR 156 for 30 ROTACAPS	FLUTICASONE 100.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SEROFLO 50 MCG/250 MCG ROTACAP	INR 273 for 30 ROTACAPS	FLUTICASONE 250.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SEROFLO 50 MCG/500 MCG ROTACAP	INR 354 for 30 ROTACAPS	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG
SEROFLO-50 INHALER MDI	INR 327.5 for 1 INHALER	FLUTICASONE 50 MCG, SALMETEROL 25 MCG
VENT SF 50MCG/500MCG CAP	INR 236.11 for 30 CAPSULES	FLUTICASONE 500.0 MCG, SALMETEROL 50.0 MCG