Pavtide Accuhaler 500/50 TM
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Active ingredients: fluticasone propionate + salmeterol
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PAVTIDE ACCUHALER 500/50 fluticasone propionate 500 microgram/salmeterol (as xinafoate) 50 microgram powder for inhalation blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the regular treatment of asthma, where the use of a combination product is appropriate. This may include:,*Patients on effective maintenance doses of long-acting beta2-agonists and inhaled corticosteroids.,*Patients who are symptomatic on current inhaled corticosteroid therapy.,For the symptomatic treatment of patients with severe COPD (FEV1<50% predicted normal) and a history of repeated exacerbations who have significant symptoms despite regular beta-2 agonist bronchodilator therapy. Pavtide is not indicated for the initiation of bronchodilator therapy in COPD.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Inhalation, powder for
- Oral
- A two-tone purple, circular device in moulded plastic, approximately 8.5cm in diameter and approximately 3cm high, with a dose counter indicating 28 or 60 doses.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Store in a Dry Place
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 28 dose pack
- 28 dose (sample) pack
- 60 dose pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient fluticasone propionate + salmeterol
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
