salmeterol(Serevent Diskus)
Long-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (LABA)
Pronunciation
/sælˈmɛtəroʊl/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- salmeterol
- Brand names
- Serevent Diskus
- Therapeutic class
- Long-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist (LABA)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- LABA must NEVER be used alone for asthma - must be combined with ICS (use combo product like Advair or AirDuo).
- NOT for acute bronchospasm - use SABA (albuterol) for rescue.
- Take twice daily (12h apart) for sustained control.
- Rinse mouth after Diskus to reduce thrush risk.
- Report worsening symptoms - may need ICS step-up.
Sources
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